effectual — producing the desired result; successful in producing a desired or intended result
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: producing the desired result; successful in producing a desired or intended result
Pronunciation (IPA): /ɪˈfektʃuəl/
Example Sentences
- His grandmother's secret recipe for chicken soup was surprisingly effectual in curing his cold.
- The teacher found that threatening to call parents was more effectual than detention.
- The new traffic light system has been effectual in reducing accidents at the intersection.
effectual
ADJECTIVE[/ɪˈfektʃuəl/]
producing the desired result; successful in producing a desired or intended result
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Middle English and Old French 'effectuel', derived from Latin 'effectualis', which comes from 'effectus' meaning 'accomplished' or 'completed', the past participle of 'efficere' (to bring about or effect).
Breakdown
effect (from Latin effectus, meaning result or accomplishment) + -ual (adjective suffix meaning 'relating to') = effectual (relating to or producing an effect)
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“His grandmother's secret recipe for chicken soup was surprisingly effectual in curing his cold.”
“The teacher found that threatening to call parents was more effectual than detention.”
“The new traffic light system has been effectual in reducing accidents at the intersection.”
“Her smile proved more effectual than any argument in convincing him to help.”
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