Definition Dictionary

Successful in producing an intended result.

Skillful and effective, especially in a difficult situation.

To declare something invalid or cancel its force or effect.

To express an idea clearly and effectively in words.

The ability to express ideas clearly and effectively.

To act against an influence in order to reduce or cancel its effect.

Having an effect that works against the intended goal.

Increasing or developing as successive additions or effects build on one another.

To decline gradually in condition, quality, or effectiveness.

Severe or extreme in action, effect, or extent.

Capable of producing the intended effect.

The ability to produce an intended result.

To take away the strength, effectiveness, or power of something.

To improve or increase a quality, value, or effect.

Equal or corresponding in value, meaning, effect, or function.

Deliberate exaggeration used for effect.

To put a plan, decision, or method into effect.

Too small or unimportant to have much effect in the situation.

Involving choices, comparisons, or effects across different times.

To call upon a rule, authority, or example for support or effect.

To reduce the severity, seriousness, or harmful effect of something.

The reduction of the severity, extent, or harmful effect of something.

Very small in amount; also existing in name rather than in actual effect.

Easing the effects or severity of a problem without necessarily removing its cause.