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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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 Synonyms for effectiveness
Noun
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They are often intertwined with political, moral and spiritual ideas around the rights of an individual versus the community, the limits of government power over bodily autonomy, mistrust of medical institutions and misinformation about shot safety and efficacy.—
Annika Kim Constantino,
CNBC,
9 Mar. 2025 -
Like: Look for third-party certification seals on the label, which indicate the product has undergone an independent review of safety and efficacy; USP and NSF are popular ones.—
Dylan Scott,
Vox,
7 Mar. 2025
Noun
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During a February 2020 exclusive interview with PEOPLE, Blige, 54, discussed Ayers’ impact on one of her favorite songs throughout her decades-long career.—
Angel Saunders,
People.com,
6 Mar. 2025
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Shop the Vogue Vintage Market to own a piece of fashion history while making a meaningful impact—because the only thing more timeless than vintage is a piece with a story worth telling.—
Lilah Ramzi,
Vogue,
6 Mar. 2025
Noun
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The Stroud-Young situation prompted some to reconsider the validity of these cognitive exams.—
Cale Clinton,
The Athletic,
26 Feb. 2025
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The simple passing of time adds value and validity to Framework’s approach, and today’s news drives that home.—
Jason Evangelho,
Forbes,
25 Feb. 2025
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During her acceptance speech, Cheyenne Woods emphasized the importance of being a player of African descent in professional golf and didn't forget to reference her illustrious uncle.—
Russel Honoré,
Newsweek,
6 Mar. 2025
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Still, the Europeans underlined the importance of the moment.—
TIME,
TIME,
6 Mar. 2025
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There’s an inner strength that comes out when needed.—
Jordan Greene,
People.com,
28 Feb. 2025
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Executing such an audacious plan takes courage, self-belief, and the ability to capitalise on one’s strengths.—
David Ferrini,
Forbes,
28 Feb. 2025
Noun
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And because of her father’s fame and the significance of his 75th birthday, there was intense media coverage.—
George Varga,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
7 Mar. 2025
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The two answers are deeply and imaginatively intertwined, and the peculiar significance of the guinea fowl can be found, like the wounds and scars of abuse themselves, deep in the mists of memory.—
Justin Chang,
The New Yorker,
7 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Some Afghans who entered the country legally have already been detained by immigration authorities.—
Joseph Wilkinson,
New York Daily News,
6 Mar. 2025
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Vegas authorities were not connected to the earlier sessions, and were not required to honor any agreement that might have been made with Davis, according to interview recordings and transcripts reviewed by ABC.—
Josh Margolin,
ABC News,
6 Mar. 2025
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Building competence in your discipline and consistently delivering results create credibility, open doors to new opportunities, and enable individuals to lead without a formal title.—
Tony Gambill,
Forbes,
6 Mar. 2025
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Bates conducted a monthslong investigation before determining Mosby’s motion to vacate Syed’s conviction was flawed, according to the filing, but did not assess the credibility of the case against Syed.—
Lauren del Valle,
CNN,
6 Mar. 2025
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“Effectiveness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/effectiveness. Accessed 13 Mar. 2025.
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