Effective meaning

adjective

1. producing or capable of producing an intended result or having a striking effect

   “an air-cooled motor was more effective than a witch's broomstick for rapid long-distance transportation”

   “effective teaching methods”

   Synonymseffectualefficacious
   Oppositesineffective

2. able to accomplish a purpose; functioning effectively

   “people who will do nothing unless they get something out of it for themselves are often highly effective persons...”

   “effective personnel”

   Synonymsefficient

3. works well as a means or remedy

   “an effective reprimand”

   “a lotion that is effective in cases of prickly heat”

4. exerting force or influence

   “the law is effective immediately”

   “a warranty good for two years”

   Synonymsgoodin effectin force

5. existing in fact; not theoretical; real

   “a decline in the effective demand”

   “confused increased equipment and expenditure with the quantity of effective work done”

6. ready for service

   “the fort was held by about 100 effective soldiers”