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- [ih-fek-tiv]
- /ɪˈfɛk tɪv/
- /ɪˈfɛktɪvz /
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- US Pronunciation
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- [ih-fek-tiv]
- /ɪˈfɛk tɪv/
Definitions of effectives word
- adjective effectives adequate to accomplish a purpose; producing the intended or expected result: effective teaching methods; effective steps toward peace. 1
- adjective effectives actually in operation or in force; functioning: The law becomes effective at midnight. 1
- adjective effectives producing a deep or vivid impression; striking: an effective photograph. 1
- adjective effectives prepared and available for service, especially military service. 1
- noun effectives a member of the armed forces fit for duty or active service. 1
- noun effectives the effective total of a military force. 1
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Origin of effectives
First appearance:
before 1350 One of the 20% oldest English words
1350-1400; Middle English < Latin effectīvus practical, equivalent to effect(us), past participle of efficere (see effect) + -īvus -ive
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Parts of speech for Effectives
noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
effectives popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 88% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
This word is included in each student's vocabulary. Most likely there is at least one movie with this word in the title.
effectives usage trend in Literature
This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for effectives
adjective effectives
- chiefs — Plural form of chief.
- dominants — Plural form of dominant.
- expedients — Plural form of expedient.
- goings — Plural form of going.
- keens — Plural form of keen.
Antonyms for effectives
adjective effectives
- empties — Third-person singular simple present indicative form of empty.
- incompetents — Plural form of incompetent.
- invertebrates — Zoology. not vertebrate; without a backbone. of or relating to creatures without a backbone.
Top questions with effectives
- how effectives are condoms?
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