| effective | existing in fact |
|---|---|
| effective | able to accomplish a purpose |
| effective | exerting force or influence |
| effective | producing or capable of producing an intended result or having a striking effect |
| effective | works well as a means or remedy |
| effective | (military) equipped and ready for service |
| effective | in actuality or reality or fact |
| effective | in an effective manner |
| effective | capacity to produce strong physiological or chemical effects |
| effective | power to be effective |