Efficacious (Adjective)
Meaning 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"-LewisMumford; "effective teaching methods"; "effective steps toward peace"; "made an effective entrance"; "his complaint proved to be effectual in bringing action"; "an efficacious law".
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All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The new marketing strategy was highly efficacious in increasing sales for the company.
- Her arguments against the proposed policy were efficacious in persuading the committee to reconsider their decision.
- The team's efficacious communication skills allowed them to resolve the conflict quickly and efficiently.
- The doctor was pleased to see that the new medication had been efficacious in treating her patient's symptoms.
- The organization's efforts to reduce carbon emissions were efficacious, resulting in a significant decrease in the company's environmental impact.
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Meaning 2
Marked by qualities giving the power to produce an intended effect; "written propaganda is less efficacious than the habits and prejudices...of the readers"-Aldous Huxley; "the medicine is efficacious in stopping a cough".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The new marketing strategy has proven to be remarkably efficacious in increasing sales within a short period of time.
- Regular exercise is an efficacious way to maintain a healthy weight and reduce the risk of chronic diseases.
- The doctor explained that the antibiotic was efficacious in treating bacterial infections, but not viral ones.
- The charity's efforts to provide clean water and sanitation have been efficacious in reducing the incidence of waterborne diseases in the community.
- The teacher's innovative approach to lesson planning has been efficacious in engaging her students and improving their academic performance.