English

efficient

ɪˈfɪʃənt, əˈfɪʃənt, ɪˈfɪʃ(ə)nt, ɪˈfɪʃ.ənt
Meaning: achieving maximum productivity with minimum wasted effort or expense
Part of Speech: Adjective Alternative Readings: əˈfɪʃənt, ɪˈfɪʃ(ə)nt, ɪˈfɪʃ.ənt

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Example sentences

The new cooling system is much more efficient than the old one.
The new cooling system is much more efficient than the old one.
Public transportation is the most efficient way to travel around the city.
Public transportation is the most efficient way to travel around the city.
She is a very capable and efficient worker.
She is a very capable and efficient worker.
Bicycles are a cheap and efficient form of transport.
Bicycles are a cheap and efficient form of transport.
A minor modification to the design made it more efficient.
A minor modification to the design made it more efficient.

Usage Notes

Often used to describe machines, systems, or people that work well without wasting time, energy, or money.

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