ultraefficient

adjective

Definition of ultraefficientnext
as in efficient

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Recent Examples of ultraefficient These ultraefficient electric vehicles could reduce the need for charging stops for all but the longest road trips. — Zlati Meyer, WSJ, 9 June 2023 Decades of selective breeding for better berries ensued, together with the development of ultraefficient packing methods and mechanical harvesters. — Yasmin Tayag, The Atlantic, 4 Oct. 2022 The developers said the ultraefficient design of those units appeals to a demographic that’s looking to downsize and simplify their life, but who still want to take advantage of all the benefits of living in a thriving, urban environment. — Jim Buchta, Star Tribune, 18 Oct. 2020 Extract frozen gas from permafrost or from the ocean floor to power new, ultraefficient turbines. — Discover Magazine, 16 Feb. 2012
Recent Examples of Synonyms for ultraefficient
  1. efficient
  2. adequate
  3. capable
  4. efficacious
  5. operative
  6. effective
  7. effectual
Adjective
  • Liverpool’s new manager turned Bournemouth into a highly efficient outfit during his time in charge there and could carry over some ideas to his latest club.
    — Graham Ruthven, New York Times, 7 Aug. 2026
  • Elevated gas prices are nudging US consumers into smaller, more fuel-efficient vehicles, and more carmakers are flocking to the midsize truck segment, where rugged features help plump up margins.
    — Bloomberg, Oc Register, 6 Aug. 2026
Definition of efficient
Adjective
  • New regulations required flameproof tents, safety training, and adequate available fire extinguishers.
    — Dr. Marianne Parshley, Hartford Courant, 10 Aug. 2026
  • Since students won’t come to campus in adequate numbers, sell the physical campus, dorms and recreational facilities.
    — Jim Nowlan, Chicago Tribune, 9 Aug. 2026
Definition of adequate
Adjective
  • With the high humidity back in place, any storms that develop will be capable of producing torrential downpours that could lead to flash flooding.
    — Matthew Villafane, CBS News, 10 Aug. 2026
  • The trumpets required skilled metal workers capable of making both a beautiful and working musical instrument.
    — Sheena McKenzie, CNN Money, 10 Aug. 2026
Definition of capable
Adjective
  • Despite their reputation as one of the most efficacious skin-care ingredients on the market, retinoids are not without caveats.
    — Rio Viera-Newton, Vogue, 23 July 2026
  • One standout feature of the rejuvenating eye cream is its efficacious ingredient lineup.
    — Grace Scollo, InStyle, 10 July 2026
Definition of efficacious
Adjective
  • Each of those teams had a co-operative effort woven into their style by their head coach or manager.
    — Mark Carey, New York Times, 9 Aug. 2026
  • Grand is the operative word at this Relais & Châteaux property adjacent to the Pommery champagne house.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Aug. 2026
Definition of operative
Adjective
  • That market has boomed even though retatrutide is still being studied in clinical trials and hasn't been approved by the Food and Drug Administration as safe and effective.
    — Daniel Gilbert, CBS News, 12 Aug. 2026
  • The gloves must come into direct contact with the skin and are not effective through clothing or hair, the user manual states.
    — Julianna Bragg, CNN Money, 12 Aug. 2026
Definition of effective
Adjective
  • Others argue even if wilderness therapy is effectual for some, its premise is flawed.
    — Sara M Moniuszko, USA TODAY, 20 Feb. 2024
  • Will prospective politicos and those holding positions of power prompt effectual projects to maintain upkeep and ensure each and every citizen is safe rather than pushing self-serving, divisive social agendas?
    — Voice of the People, New York Daily News, 16 Jan. 2024
Definition of effectual

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“Ultraefficient.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ultraefficient. Accessed 12 Aug. 2026.

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