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effectively

adverb B1 Neutral

Meaning

"Effectively" means doing something in a way that produces the desired result or is successful.
💡 A common mistake is to confuse "effectively" with "efficiently"; they have different meanings.

Example Sentences

He cannot communicate effectively in noisy places .
How can you communicate effectively in a new language ?
She can communicate effectively with her new classmates .
She explained the problem effectively to everyone in the meeting .

Word in Context

Tom has an important meeting tomorrow , so he is preparing his notes . He speaks slowly and practices his opening until the words feel natural . He also makes clear slides that help him explain the main points effectively . His friend listens and gives a few suggestions that he can use . When he finishes , Tom feels calmer and ready to answer questions .

Common Phrases

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