English Dictionary
Definition of “effectual”
effectual (ɪˈfɛktjʊəl
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Definitions
adjective
- capable of or successful in producing an intended result; effective
- (of documents, agreements, etc) having legal force
Alternative Forms
efˌfectuˈality efˈfectualness noun
Synonyms
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effective,
successful,
efficient,
powerful,
useful,
helpful,
productive,
potent,
constructive,
telling,
fruitful,
advantageous,
forcible,
serviceable,
efficacious,
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binding,
legal,
in effect,
valid,
in force,
authoritative,
contractual,
lawful,
sound,
licit,
Usage examples
She was nervous and self-effacing, and, I know now, not very effectual.
Holt, Victoria, The Black Opal (1993)We had moved to a much more effectual , well-supported position.
King, Stuart, Hope Has Wings (1993)
