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effective
01
achieving the intended or desired result
Grammatical Information
Composition
Simple
qualitative
Superlative
most effective
Comparative
more effective
gradable
Examples
The effective marketing campaign boosted sales significantly.
02
having force or being in operation from a specified time
Examples
The new tax policy will be effective starting next month.
03
existing or happening in practice, even if not formally recognized or stated
Examples
She was under effective house arrest, although it had n't been officially declared.
Effective
01
a soldier who is physically fit and ready for active duty
Grammatical Information
Animacy status
animate
Plural form
effectives
Examples
The battalion had 1,000 soldiers, but only 850 were effectives after the injury reports.
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