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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2
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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The close call, however, prompted Congress to require more rigorous safety and efficacy data from drug manufacturers and empower the FDA to monitor the industry more closely.—
David Armstrong,
ProPublica,
8 May 2025 -
To demand that every new formulation be tested against an inert placebo would mean turning back the clock to reproduce trials that may have taken place decades ago, but resulted in the licensing of the original vaccine after safety and efficacy were established.—
Michael Hiltzik,
Los Angeles Times,
8 May 2025
Noun
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The impact, should anything close to this come to pass, would be seismic on the global film sector.—
Andreas Wiseman,
Deadline,
5 May 2025
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Those positions have a huge impact on race results and finishing chances.—
Steven Louis Goldstein,
New York Times,
3 May 2025
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That's led to some questions on the validity of this phenomenon.—
Madeline Mitchell,
USA Today,
1 May 2025
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However, a quick independent analysis of the data now casts doubt on the validity of these findings.—
Sharmila Kuthunur,
Space.com,
1 May 2025
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From the exhibition and beyond, this year is about examining the importance of clothing and style to the forming of Black identities in the Atlantic diaspora.—
Anna Cafolla,
Vogue,
3 May 2025
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At its core, the Black dandy figure uses fashion and aesthetics to engage in these power dynamics, highlighting the importance of personal style in shaping one's identity.—
Taijuan Moorman,
USA Today,
3 May 2025
Noun
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The Night Frank Sinatra and Dean Martin Got Involved in a Brawl at the Polo Lounge (Exclusive) Through it all, Goldsmith-Thomas has learned her versatility is one of her greatest strengths.—
Liz McNeil,
People.com,
29 Apr. 2025
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The future of education lies in combining the strengths of traditional academic practices with innovative technological solutions.—
Bruce Dahlgren,
Forbes.com,
29 Apr. 2025
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In the Freedom area, Miller stopped before a wall of portraits from the 1800s — including William Whipper, Abraham Hanson and Thomas Howland — to highlight the significance of their attire, expressions, jewelry and adornments.—
Rosemary Feitelberg,
Footwear News,
5 May 2025
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Some third thing of significance that hasn’t yet occurred to me?—
Sophie Brookover,
Vulture,
2 May 2025
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An Ohio sheriff's deputy working on a traffic detail near the University of Cincinnati was struck and killed Friday by a vehicle driven by the father of a teenager who was shot and killed by authorities a day earlier, police said.—
Louis Casiano,
FOXNews.com,
3 May 2025
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The home of the Double-Double, once praised by late food authority Anthony Bourdain, has continued to expand beyond its California roots in recent years, opening stores in Colorado, Texas and Idaho.—
James Powel,
USA Today,
2 May 2025
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Congress will soon have an opportunity to ensure that American power -- and the credibility of our commitments -- are appropriately resourced.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
3 May 2025
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These collaborations help establish trust and credibility while ensuring that the platform remains a true reflection of local perspectives.—
Connie Etemadi,
USA Today,
3 May 2025
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“Effectiveness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/effectiveness. Accessed 14 May. 2025.
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