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i-FEKT-ivl-ee/ɪˈfektɪvli/

Effectively means in a way that works, or in practice: work effectively; effectively a ban. Effective is the adjective (already in the dictionary). Efficient is about low waste, not the same. Do not mix with in effect. Rotas that deal more effectively with night demand.

Meaning

In a way that works well; also in practice (effectively a ban).

Examples

• “The new rota dealt more effectively with night-time demand.”
• “The rule is effectively a ban on phones, which is the “in practice” sense.”

Good to know

work / deal / communicate effectively. Adjective: effective. Mix-up: efficient (less waste). Discourse: effectively = in practice. Related: in effect.

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