efficiently

adverb

Definition of efficientlynext
as in competently

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Recent Examples of efficiently Up front, there’s a new nose with new ductwork that allows air to flow more efficiently and precisely, generating more downforce, eliminating turbulence, and also improving cooling. — Jerry Perez, The Drive, 6 Aug. 2026 Around one in 7,000 people carries a broken copy of this gene that almost acts like a GLP-1 drug—the body burns fuel more efficiently, and the risk of disease lowers. — Jacek Krywko, Scientific American, 5 Aug. 2026 Using heat-generating appliances at cooler times can help ensure your AC can cool the home efficiently. — Kamron Sanders, The Spruce, 3 Aug. 2026 Suddenly, you’re scooped up, whisked to a perch, and efficiently devoured by a blue dasher dragonfly. — Rachel Sargent Mirus, Hartford Courant, 3 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for efficiently
Recent Examples of Synonyms for efficiently
  1. competently
  2. skillfully
  3. expertly
  4. ably
  5. deftly
  6. adroitly
  7. masterfully
  8. proficiently
Adverb
  • Unless operated competently such missiles may be worse than useless.
    — David Hambling, Forbes.com, 19 June 2026
  • The real issue is whether AI is being implemented transparently, responsibly and accountably — and whether regulators themselves understand these systems well enough to govern them competently.
    — Sreedhar Potarazu, Baltimore Sun, 14 June 2026
Definition of competently
Adverb
  • Each round produced more capable people executing more skillfully against incompatible interpretations of the strategy.
    — Leslie Ellis, Forbes.com, 7 Aug. 2026
  • Grant also points out that Barton has developed a reputation for skillfully taking direction.
    — Selome Hailu, Variety, 4 Aug. 2026
Definition of skillfully
Adverb
  • The South London rapper-producer’s first album for Surf Gang is lucid, soulful, and expertly curated.
    — Dylan Green, Pitchfork, 3 Aug. 2026
  • Most of my procrastination stems from being too lazy to expertly fold my clothes properly in my suitcase to avoid wrinkles.
    — Julia Morlino, Travel + Leisure, 1 Aug. 2026
Definition of expertly
Adverb
  • Cusick and Kretschmann offer complementary chords of variable petulance and insecurity, as newcomer Cuoso ably negotiates her character’s shifting ambiguities.
    — Dennis Harvey, Variety, 31 July 2026
  • The kitchen is ably led by former River Café head chef Danny Bohan, whose menu draws on French and Italian culinary traditions with highlights like Dorset crab with tomatoes and aioli and sea bass carpaccio.
    — Joanne Shurvell, Forbes.com, 10 July 2026
Definition of ably
Adverb
  • There are also some solid jokes that get at kitchen life, and Tony’s specific interests, and the story deftly captures his lifelong pursuit of the approval and protection of strong women.
    — Laurie Woolever, Bon Appetit Magazine, 3 Aug. 2026
  • Directed by Beef’s Jake Schreier, Thunderbolts* is a surprisingly effective movie about navigating grief, depression, and insecurity, deftly disguised as a superhero team-up.
    — EW Staff, Entertainment Weekly, 3 Aug. 2026
Definition of deftly
Adverb
  • Rams architects Les Snead and Sean McVay can still adroitly motivate a player without pressing too hard.
    — Steve Henson, Los Angeles Times, 4 June 2026
  • Shrines, Puzzles, and a Sprawling World The Adventures of Elliot adroitly fuses sharp combat with intricate puzzle-solving, further cementing the Zelda feel.
    — Gabriel Zamora, PC Magazine, 18 May 2026
Definition of adroitly
Adverb
  • The action sequences in this film aren’t overpowering, but they are masterfully choreographed.
    — Hannah Abraham, Forbes.com, 2 Aug. 2026
  • The Aurzen Boom mini sets an absolute standard for budget-friendly portable entertainment, masterfully pairing genuine Google TV streaming with Dolby Audio.
    — Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 28 July 2026
Definition of masterfully
Adverb
  • The initiative comes as only about 35% of APS third graders are reading proficiently.
    — Jamal Goss, CBS News, 4 Aug. 2026
  • Nunez has heard of other writers who proficiently multitask, setting down a partial manuscript while starting another, interspersing it all with stories and essays.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 14 July 2026
Definition of proficiently

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“Efficiently.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/efficiently. Accessed 10 Aug. 2026.

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