effectuation

noun

ef·​fec·​tu·​a·​tion ə̇ˌfekchəˈwāshən How to pronounce effectuation (audio)
(ˌ)eˌf-
ēˌf-
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plural -s
: the action of putting into effect : accomplishment
the court did not enjoin the effectuation of the plan absolutelyCorporation Journal

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“Effectuation.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/effectuation. Accessed 22 Dec. 2025.

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