efficient

B1
Pronunciation
/əˈfɪʃənt/
/ɪˈfɪʃənt/
/əˈfɪʃənt/
Noun
1 definition(s)
1 Definition

A cause; something that causes an effect

Adjective
4 definition(s)
1 Definition

Making good, thorough, or careful use of resources; not consuming extra. Especially, making good use of time or energy

Example Sentences
  • An efficient process would automate all the routine work.
2 Definition

Expressing the proportion of consumed energy that was successfully used in a process; the ratio of useful output to total input

Example Sentences
  • The motor is only 20% efficient at that temperature.
3 Definition

Causing effects, producing results; bringing into being; initiating change (rare except in philosophical and legal expression efficient cause = causative factor or agent)

Example Sentences
  • Ownership, maintenance, or use of the automobile need not be the direct and efficient cause of the injury sustained
4 Definition

(old use) effective