effective

effective
An adjective is a word that describes a noun (e.g., grand, petit).
adjective
a. efficace
This allergy treatment is very effective.Ce traitement contre les allergies est très efficace.
a. en vigueur
The new regulations are effective starting on Monday.Les nouvelles réglementations seront en vigueur dès lundi.
a. efficace
Jim created an effective flyer for his product.Jim a créé un flyer efficace pour son produit.
b. réussi
The candidate gave a very effective speech at the debate.Le candidat a prononcé un discours très réussi lors du débat.
a. effectif
Despite investors' hopes, the effective increase in growth remained limited.Malgré les espoirs des investisseurs, la hausse effective de la croissance est restée limitée.
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