Is effectiveness a word

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Effectiveness or effectivity^[1] is the capability of producing a desired result or the ability to produce desired output. When something is deemed effective, it means it has an intended or expected outcome, or produces a deep, vivid impression.^[2]

Etymology[edit]

The origin of the word «effective» stems from the Latin word effectīvus, which means creative, productive or effective. It surfaced in Middle English between 1300 and 1400 A.D.^[3]

Usage[edit]

In mathematics and logic, effective is used to describe metalogical methods that fit the criteria of an effective procedure.

In group theory, a group element acts effectively (or faithfully) on a point, if that point is not fixed by the action.

In physics, an effective theory is, similar to a phenomenological theory, a framework intended to explain certain (observed) effects without the claim that the theory correctly models the underlying (unobserved) processes.

In heat transfer, effectiveness is a measure of the performance of a heat exchanger when using the NTU method.

In medicine, effectiveness relates to how well a treatment works in practice, especially as shown in pragmatic clinical trials, as opposed to efficacy, which measures how well it works in explanatory clinical trials or research laboratory studies.

In management, effectiveness relates to getting the right things done. Peter Drucker reminds us that «effectiveness can and must be learned».^[4]

In human–computer interaction, effectiveness is defined as «the accuracy and completeness of users’ tasks while using a system».^[5]

In military science, effectiveness is a criterion used to assess changes determined in the target system, in its behavior, capability, or assets, tied to the attainment of an end state, achievement of an objective, or creation of an effect,^[6] while combat effectiveness is: «…the readiness of a military unit to engage in combat based on behavioral, operational, and leadership considerations. Combat effectiveness measures the ability of a military force to accomplish its objective and is one component of overall military effectiveness.»^[7][8]

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Efficacy, efficiency, and effectivity are terms that can, in some cases, be interchangeable with the term effectiveness. The word effective is sometimes used in a quantitative way, «being very effective or not very effective». However, neither «effectiveness», nor «effectively», inform about the direction (positive or negative) or gives a comparison to a standard of the given effect. Efficacy, on the other hand, is the extent to which a desired effect is achieved; the ability to produce a desired amount of the desired effect, or the success in achieving a given goal. Contrary to the term efficiency, the focus of efficacy is the achievement as such, not the resources spent in achieving the desired effect. Therefore, what is effective is not necessarily efficacious, and what is efficacious is not necessarily efficient.^[9]

Other synonyms for effectiveness include: clout, capability, success, weight, performance.^[10]
Antonyms for effectiveness include: uselessness, ineffectiveness.^[11]

Simply stated, effective means achieving an effect, and efficient means getting a task or job done it with little waste. To illustrate: suppose, you build 10 houses, very fast and cheap (efficient), but no one buy them. In contrary to building 5 houses same budget and time as 10 houses but you get all 5 sold and the buyers are happy (effective). You get the desired result selling your houses and happy customers (effect).

See also[edit]

• Effect (disambiguation)

References[edit]

There are a lot of confusing words in the English language, and the two words efficiency vs. effectiveness are no strangers to confusion.

People in any number of fields mix them up, so, whether you’re in business management or on the factory floor, you’re likely to see and hear mix ups with these words.

Which word should I use, efficiency or effectiveness?

In this post, I want to discuss the differences between efficiency and effectiveness. I will go over their definitions and their functions within a sentence; I will use example sentences, so you can see exactly how they differ; and I will reveal an easy trick to keep track of the two for your future writing.

After reading this post, you shouldn’t ever mix up effectiveness and efficiency again.

When to Use Efficiency

Efficiency is a noun that means the quality or property of being efficient. And efficient means producing with a minimum of waste, expense, or unnecessary effort.

• We are producing more cars this year due to an increase in efficiency.
• The fuel efficiency of my motorcycle is much higher than my truck.
• The new manager restructured his department with great speed and efficiency.

In this sense of the word, the focus of efficiency centers on how something is done. Whether or not a task is done with minimal waste or minimal effort is the primary concern if you use the word efficiency.

The adjective efficient does have one additional sense, however, which might be the reason for the confusion between today’s two words.

The second definition of efficient bears no economic implications, as does the first. It is defined as acting directly to produce an effect.

• The efficient cause of the revolution was the assassination of the king.

In this sense, efficient describes the cause or reason that something else is happening. The efficient cause in our example was the king’s assassination, which led to a revolution. See more on this here.

When to Use Effectiveness

Effectiveness is also a noun and is defined as the degree to which something is successful in producing a desired result.

• I am not sure of the effectiveness of that diet plan.
• His effectiveness as a public speaker is outstanding.
• The effectiveness of this procedure is still widely debated.

As is the case with other similar words, the difference between effectiveness and efficiency has to do with whether or not something is produced at all and how something is produced.

Effectiveness focuses more on whether or not something can be accomplished at all, while efficiency focuses on how to get it done in a way that minimizes waste or time.

If you were to call someone an effective speaker (as we did in the above example), you might think of someone who is convincing or persuasive, someone whom people understand, someone who is relatable, etc.

Conversely, if you were to call someone an efficient speaker, you might think of someone who says what needs to be said and nothing more. He gets to the point and is done.

As you can see, these words clearly evoke a very different kind of speaker, so it’s important not to mix them up.

Trick to Remember the Difference

If you don’t think you can remember all this, don’t worry. Here is a handy trick to remember the meaning of efficiency and effectiveness.

Think of the word efficiency as a science: the science of minimizing waste, time or effort. Science and Efficiency have similar internal spellings, both containing “CIENC.”

When thinking about effectiveness, take a look at what word is inside of it: effective. Effectiveness is the degree to which you are effective, whether or not you can get things done.

Summary

The two words effectiveness vs. efficiency broadly relate to each other, but they have different meanings.

Efficiency has a primarily economic sense.

Effectiveness deals with the degree to which something can produce a desired effect.

Effectively is an adverb with two meanings; use it if you want to describe something that’s done in an effective manner or as a replacement for words like “actually” or “basically.”

Is effective a noun or adjective?

Adjective. effective, effectual, efficient, efficacious mean producing or capable of producing a result.

Is effectiveness a noun?

—effectiveness noun [uncountable]COLLOCATIONSadverbsextremely/highly effectiveThe company launched a highly effective advertising campaign. nounsan effective wayWhat’s the most effective way to control crime?

Is effective a verb or noun?

Effective describes something that produces a desired result. Effective comes from the noun effect, which means result. Affective comes from the noun affect, which does not mean the same thing as the verb affect.

What is the verb form of effective?

effectuate. (transitive) To be the cause of something. (transitive) To bring about something; to effect or execute something.

Is affect the verb?

But “affect” is almost always a verb, whereas “effect” is more commonly used as a noun than it is as a verb. Its use as a noun by a journalist is an affectation. “Affect” as a verb. (The norm) To have an influence on; to impress or to move; to produce a change in something or someone.

What are the examples of effectiveness?

While efficiency refers to how well something is done, effectiveness refers to how useful something is. For example, a car is a very effective form of transportation, able to move people across long distances, to specific places, but a car may not trasport people efficiently because of how it uses fuel.

What do you call something that is not working?

kaput. (also kaputt), malfunctioning, nonfunctional, nonoperating.

What does not effective mean?

not effective; not producing results; ineffectual: ineffective efforts; ineffective remedies. inefficient or incompetent; incapable: an ineffective manager.

What is a savvy?

(Entry 1 of 3) : having or showing perception, comprehension, or shrewdness especially in practical matters. savvy. noun.

Can people be ineffectual?

If a person fails because they aren’t up to the task, or aren’t willing to take the appropriate steps, or because their character prevents from them succeeding, they’re ineffectual.

What does the word ineffective mean?

1 : not producing an intended effect : ineffectual ineffective lighting. 2 : not capable of performing efficiently or as expected : incapable an ineffective executive.

Is Ineffectualness a word?

The condition or state of being incapable of accomplishing or effecting anything: helplessness, impotence, inadequacy, incapability, ineffectiveness, ineffectuality, inefficacy, powerlessness, uselessness.

What is the opposite words of space?

“I had enough of the clutter and crowdedness in the room, decided to leave and get some fresh air.”…What is the opposite of space?

Can ineffectual be used as a noun?

The state or condition of being ineffectual.

What does narrowness mean?

narrowness noun [U] (OF SCOPE) the fact of being limited to a small area of interest, activity, or thought: He is critical of what he sees as an inherent narrowness in thinking about psychotherapy.

Is Narrow long or short?

Narrow describes something that is a short distance from side to side. Thin describes people, or something that has a short distance through it from one side to the other.

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Efficiency is doing things right; effectiveness is doing the right things.

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