Effective

adjective

ɪ'fɛktɪv

Adjective

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”
“effective steps toward peace”
Similar:EffectualEfficacious
See also:UtileEfficacious Efficient
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”
Similar:Efficient
exerting force or influence
“the law is effective immediately”
Similar:Good
existing in fact; not theoretical; real
“a decline in the effective demand”
“confused increased equipment and expenditure with the quantity of effective work done”
works well as a means or remedy
“an effective reprimand”
“a lotion that is effective in cases of prickly heat”
ready for service
“the fort was held by about 100 effective soldiers”