Synonyms for

Effectively

Verb / ɪˈfektɪvli: / / ˈi:fektɪvli: / Another word for effectively — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

in a way that achieves a desired result or outcome

Synonyms & similar words

ineffect ineffectively efficaciously inefficaciously efficiently successfully competently capably skillfully proficiently adeptly expertly dexterously productively potently powerfully usefully beneficially fruitfully valuably helpfully advantageously conveniently suitably

Synonyms by register

Formal

efficaciously productively efficiently successfully

Informal

well really actually in effect

Literary

to good purpose with telling effect

Antonyms

ineffectively inefficiently unsuccessfully vainly uselessly fruitlessly

Common collocations

  • effectively manage
  • effectively communicate
  • effectively use
  • effectively address
  • effectively implement
  • effectively achieve
  • effectively deal with

Word family

noun effectiveness
verb effect
adjective effective

Usage note

Often confused with 'affect', which is usually a verb meaning to influence. 'Effect' is usually a noun meaning a result or consequence, or a verb meaning to bring about.

Example sentences

  1. The new policy was implemented effectively.
  2. The teacher explained the lesson effectively to the students.
  3. The medicine worked effectively to reduce the pain.
  4. The team worked together effectively to win the game.
  5. The company was able to market its product effectively to a wider audience.

Quotes

  • 'Good communication is as stimulating as black coffee, and just as hard to sleep after.' - Anne Morrow Lindbergh
  • 'The most important thing in communication is hearing what isn't said.' - Peter Drucker
  • 'The way we communicate with others and with ourselves ultimately determines the quality of our lives.' - Tony Robbins

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