efficient

adjective B2

Meaning

The word "efficient" describes a person, process, or system that achieves maximum productivity with minimum wasted effort or resources.
💡 A common mistake is to confuse "efficient" with "effective"; efficient refers to doing things in the best way, while effective refers to achieving the desired result.

Example Sentences

Is this method efficient for completing the task quickly ?
The company adopted an efficient system to improve productivity quickly .
This new machine is much more efficient than the old one .

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