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(adjective) sufficient to produce a result; "a man to whom painting was but another and less effectual way of writing dramas or novels or history" |
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Antonyms: ineffectual |
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(satellite adjective) exerting or capable of exerting strong physiological or chemical effects; "an effectual vaccine" |
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(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"-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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Synonyms: effective, efficacious |
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