1
as in conclusiveness
the capacity to persuade
the "guilty" verdict was all the proof needed of the effectiveness of the prosecutor's closing argument
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as in efficacy
the power to produce a desired result
the huge upsurge in sales pretty much demonstrated the effectiveness of the new ad campaign
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3
as in impact
the quality of an utterance that provokes interest and produces an effect
your writing lacks effectiveness because practically every sentence is in the passive voice
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Recent Examples of effectiveness
Davis said that the center has been around for 50 years speaks to its effectiveness in helping people achieve their goals.
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Miami Herald, 9 Sep. 2025
The money would provide for beginning mechanical removal of the algae mass in the most problematic areas and setting up test areas for the effectiveness of algicides, Miller said.
—Keith Matheny, Freep.com, 8 Sep. 2025
Feelings of wellness are a barometer of how our body budgets are doing, which ultimately matters to our effectiveness at work.
—Andrew Mawson, Forbes.com, 8 Sep. 2025
Though elections are supposed to hold sheriffs accountable to voters, Farris questioned their effectiveness in doing so.
—Ryan MacAsero, Mercury News, 7 Sep. 2025
According to Chinese media, the strategy places kinetic impact at its core, supported by additional technologies to enhance effectiveness.
—Bojan Stojkovski, Interesting Engineering, 7 Sep. 2025
This powder comes in a few delicious flavors—unflavored, strawberry lemon, vanilla, and chocolate—and is packed with vitamin C, which can support collagen synthesis to further boost effectiveness, according to Fazio.
—Brianna Peters, Vogue, 6 Sep. 2025
Former North Carolina players now on Charlotte's team offered some familiarity but could not translate it into effectiveness on the field.
—Ben Verbrugge, MSNBC Newsweek, 6 Sep. 2025
Her rally tolerance — and the effectiveness of her redirections of pace — had fallen.
—Charlie Eccleshare, New York Times, 5 Sep. 2025
Miami Herald, 9 Sep. 2025
The money would provide for beginning mechanical removal of the algae mass in the most problematic areas and setting up test areas for the effectiveness of algicides, Miller said.
—Keith Matheny, Freep.com, 8 Sep. 2025
Feelings of wellness are a barometer of how our body budgets are doing, which ultimately matters to our effectiveness at work.
—Andrew Mawson, Forbes.com, 8 Sep. 2025
Though elections are supposed to hold sheriffs accountable to voters, Farris questioned their effectiveness in doing so.
—Ryan MacAsero, Mercury News, 7 Sep. 2025
According to Chinese media, the strategy places kinetic impact at its core, supported by additional technologies to enhance effectiveness.
—Bojan Stojkovski, Interesting Engineering, 7 Sep. 2025
This powder comes in a few delicious flavors—unflavored, strawberry lemon, vanilla, and chocolate—and is packed with vitamin C, which can support collagen synthesis to further boost effectiveness, according to Fazio.
—Brianna Peters, Vogue, 6 Sep. 2025
Former North Carolina players now on Charlotte's team offered some familiarity but could not translate it into effectiveness on the field.
—Ben Verbrugge, MSNBC Newsweek, 6 Sep. 2025
Her rally tolerance — and the effectiveness of her redirections of pace — had fallen.
—Charlie Eccleshare, New York Times, 5 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for effectiveness
Noun
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Larger trials are needed to confirm the efficacy of azelastine against COVID-19 and to explore the medication’s potential benefits against other respiratory illnesses across more diverse populations and settings, Meiser says.—
Tom Gavin,
EverydayHealth.com,
11 Sep. 2025
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With four generations in the workplace, understanding the efficacy and differences of communication styles is a must for any leader and a critical component of their leadership style.—
Kathryn Lancioni,
Forbes.com,
11 Sep. 2025
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Still, her impact is undeniable.—
Stephanie Sengwe,
PEOPLE,
7 Sep. 2025
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Elsewhere, impacts were reported in Zaporizhzhia, Sumy, Chernihiv, Dnipro, Kremenchuk and Odesa regions.—
David Brennan,
ABC News,
7 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The decision by Suffolk County Supreme Court Judge Timothy Mazzei is an important win for prosecutors and a blow for the defense team that challenged the validity of this type of technology that specializes in extracting nuclear DNA from damaged or hard-to-get samples, such as rootless hair.—
Mark Morales,
CNN Money,
3 Sep. 2025
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Exemptions apply to certain categories, including diplomatic and official visas (A, G, NATO classifications), as well as applicants renewing a full-validity B-1, B-2, or B-1/B-2 visa or a Border Crossing Card within 12 months of expiration, provided specific conditions are met.—
Billal Rahman,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Smith touched on the importance of the award before the artist touched the stage, especially due to the fact that Abloh was regarded as an innovator and cultural steward.—
Robyn Mowatt,
Essence,
12 Sep. 2025
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Gray comments come as businesses place more importance on emotional intelligence, or EQ, a skill increasingly seen as essential for executives.—
Ashley Lutz,
Fortune,
12 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The strength of last year’s group was the secondary.—
Zach Berman,
New York Times,
8 Sep. 2025
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Plus, make sure to use weights that are appropriate for your current level of strength.—
Jakob Roze,
Health,
8 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Many of these local gems are cozy relics that house unique pieces that evoke a sense of nostalgia, hold a coveted aesthetic or have historical significance.—
Olivia Lee,
Charlotte Observer,
9 Sep. 2025
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What was the significance of being able to share these memories with him?—
Larisha Paul,
Rolling Stone,
9 Sep. 2025
Noun
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His father, a hard-working Russian immigrant and patriotic US bomber pilot, taught him to respect authority.—
Martine Paris,
Forbes.com,
12 Sep. 2025
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Under applicable law, judges are only expected to vacate an arbitration award in narrow circumstances, such as when the award is procured by fraud or when the arbitrator exceeded their contractual authority.—
Michael McCann,
Sportico.com,
12 Sep. 2025
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The film’s considerable power depends entirely on its moment-to-moment persuasiveness, on a set of narrative and aesthetic choices that, as presented—in a series of swift, kinetically composed, and jaggedly edited scenes—seldom feel like choices at all.—
Justin Chang,
New Yorker,
6 Aug. 2025
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“Effectiveness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/effectiveness. Accessed 14 Sep. 2025.
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