B1adverb 2K

Effectively

🇬🇧 UK /["/ɪˈfektɪvli/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ɪˈfektɪvli/"]/

Meaning of Effectively

in a way that produces the intended result or a successful result

In simple words: In a way that produces a desired result.

Effectively in a sentence

• The company must reduce costs to compete effectively.
• Managers must be able to **work effectively** in a cooperative setting.
• Most job interviews focus on the candidate's ability to **communicate effectively**.
• You dealt with the situation very effectively.
• The truth of this statement has been effectively demonstrated in Chapter 1.
• The government has now effectively ruled out tax cuts.
• The war itself did not effectively end until two years later.
• He was very polite but effectively he was telling me that I had no chance of getting the job.
• Effectively, this means that companies will be able to avoid the regulations.

How to use Effectively

Use 'effectively' in contexts where you want to emphasize the success or efficiency of an action. It is suitable for both spoken and written English but is often found in more formal settings.

Grammar pattern

effectively + verb

Memory hint

Think of 'effectively' as 'effective leaf' – a leaf that does its job well!

Related words

Collocations with Effectively

• communicate effectively
• manage time effectively
• work effectively

Synonyms for Effectively

• efficiently
• successfully
• competently
• capably
• proficiently

Opposites of Effectively

• ineffectively
• inefficiently

Common mistakes with Effectively

• Confused with 'effect' – remember 'effectively' relates to how well something is done.
• Using 'effectively' in a non-action context, such as saying 'effectively' in a greeting.
• Incorrectly placing 'effectively' in sentences, where it doesn't modify the right verb.

Frequently asked questions about Effectively

What does Effectively mean?

In a way that produces a desired result.

What is the definition of Effectively?

in a way that produces the intended result or a successful result

How do you use Effectively in a sentence?

The company must reduce costs to compete effectively.

Can you give another example of Effectively?

Managers must be able to **work effectively** in a cooperative setting.

What are synonyms for Effectively?

Common alternatives include efficiently, successfully, competently, capably, proficiently.

What is the opposite of Effectively?

Opposite meanings include ineffectively, inefficiently.

What words go with Effectively?

It commonly pairs with communicate effectively, manage time effectively, work effectively.

What are common mistakes when using Effectively?

Confused with 'effect' – remember 'effectively' relates to how well something is done. Using 'effectively' in a non-action context, such as saying 'effectively' in a greeting. Incorrectly placing 'effectively' in sentences, where it doesn't modify the right verb.

How do you pronounce Effectively?

US: /["/ɪˈfektɪvli/"]/, UK: /["/ɪˈfektɪvli/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Effectively?

Use 'effectively' in contexts where you want to emphasize the success or efficiency of an action. It is suitable for both spoken and written English but is often found in more formal settings.

What CEFR level is Effectively?

"Effectively" is at B1 level on the CEFR scale.