effectually
adverb
Simple meaning
In such a way as to achieve a desired result.
Pronunciation
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IPA pronunciation (US)
ɪˈfɛktʃuəli
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Definition
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adverb
In such a way as to achieve a desired result; effectively; so as to have an effect.
Word at a Glance
- Difficulty
- C2 · Proficient (estimated)
- Frequency
- Rare
Word Aura™
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Aura for this meaning
This meaning: In such a way as to achieve a desired result; effectively; so as to have an effect.
Used this way, effectually is a reasonably familiar word with a clearly warm, approving pull. It quietly approves while staying precise.
- Emotional tone
- Positive
- Formality
- Neutral
- Intensity
- Gentle
- How common
- Moderately common
- Connotation
- Successful and accomplished
- Usage feel
- Precise and approving
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More ways to use effectually
- “Bismarck was constantly criticised by the more liberal newspapers, and he retaliated by passing an emergency decree that effectually muzzled the press.”adverb
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Sense: in such a way as to achieve a desired result
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