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ef·fec·tu·al
 effectual
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- pronunciation:
- ih
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- features:
- Word Combinations (adjective)
| part of speech: |
adjective |
| definition 1: |
causing or capable of causing a desired result; effective; efficacious.
Aspirin is usually an effectual remedy for minor pain.He worked hard as mayor but, sadly, he was not effectual.- antonyms:
- ineffectual
- similar words:
- capable, effective, efficient, fruitful, valid
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| definition 2: |
having legal force, as a contract or other document.
They had a contract, but it is no longer effectual.- antonyms:
- invalid, void
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| related words: |
active, dynamic, influential, persuasive, potent, practical, productive, resourceful, successful |
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| derivations: |
effectually (adv.), effectuality (n.), effectualness (n.) |
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