EFFICIENCIES Synonyms: 22 Similar and Opposite Words

efficiency

noun

i-ˈfi-shən-sē

as in efficacy

the power to produce a desired result the proven efficiency of meditation in reducing stress within the company's workforce

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Recent Examples of efficiency But that efficiency doesn’t have to mean fewer voices. —

Steven Zeitchik, HollywoodReporter, 1 May 2026 Calvo says his priority is identifying internal savings before making any changes to fiscal policy, arguing that efficiencies must come first. —

Veronica Egui Brito, Miami Herald, 1 May 2026 Truly a masterclass in operational efficiency by Tim Cook. —

Jeff Kilburg, CNBC, 1 May 2026 Johnson says that his business experience brought quality and efficiency to help save the auto industry, and that same experience can help run the state. —

Heath Kalb, CBS News, 1 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for efficiency

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Compared to skin care’s need to wait for efficacy validation, color cosmetics offer immediate gratification, lower decision-making costs, and even the promise of going viral online.

— Denni Hu, Footwear News, 29 Apr. 2026
Atomi noted that while supine movements are common in physical therapy and exercise programs such as Pilates, there’s been little scientific evidence of their efficacy.

— Lindsey Leake, NBC news, 29 Apr. 2026