B2adverb 2K

Efficiently

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

Meaning of Efficiently

in a good and careful way, with no waste of time, money or energy

In simple words: In a way that works well without wasting time or resources.

Efficiently in a sentence

• a very efficiently organized event
• Resources must be used efficiently to avoid waste.
• If markets fail or do not work efficiently, government has a role to play.

How to use Efficiently

Use 'efficiently' in contexts where you want to emphasize productivity or optimal performance. Avoid using it in overly casual conversations.

Grammar pattern

efficiently + verb

Memory hint

Think 'efficient' as being 'in shape' — it works great with little effort.

Related words

Collocations with Efficiently

• work efficiently
• manage time efficiently
• use resources efficiently
• perform tasks efficiently

Synonyms for Efficiently

• productively
• optimally
• effectively
• capably
• smoothly

Opposites of Efficiently

• inefficient
• wasteful

Common mistakes with Efficiently

• Confused with 'effectively' which means producing a desired result.
• Using it to describe people instead of processes (e.g., 'He works efficiently' vs. 'His work is efficient').
• Incorrectly placing it in a sentence where the action is unclear.

Frequently asked questions about Efficiently

What does Efficiently mean?

In a way that works well without wasting time or resources.

What is the definition of Efficiently?

in a good and careful way, with no waste of time, money or energy

How do you use Efficiently in a sentence?

a very efficiently organized event

Can you give another example of Efficiently?

Resources must be used efficiently to avoid waste.

What are synonyms for Efficiently?

Common alternatives include productively, optimally, effectively, capably, smoothly.

What is the opposite of Efficiently?

Opposite meanings include inefficient, wasteful.

What words go with Efficiently?

It commonly pairs with work efficiently, manage time efficiently, use resources efficiently, perform tasks efficiently.

What are common mistakes when using Efficiently?

Confused with 'effectively' which means producing a desired result. Using it to describe people instead of processes (e.g., 'He works efficiently' vs. 'His work is efficient'). Incorrectly placing it in a sentence where the action is unclear.

How do you pronounce Efficiently?

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

When should I use Efficiently?

Use 'efficiently' in contexts where you want to emphasize productivity or optimal performance. Avoid using it in overly casual conversations.

What CEFR level is Efficiently?

"Efficiently" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.