effectual - Meaning and Examples

Meaning of 'effectual' (Webster Dictionary)

1 . Effectual

[ n.]

- Producing, or having adequate power or force to produce, an intended effect; adequate; efficient; operative; decisive.

1 . effectual

[ a]

Meaning (1):
- producing or capable of producing an intended result or having a striking effect

Example in sentence:

an air-cooled motor was more effective than a witch's broomstick for rapid long-distance transportation;
an efficacious law;
effective steps toward peace;
effective teaching methods;
his complaint proved to be effectual in bringing action;
made an effective entrance

2 . effectual

[ s]

Meaning (2):
- having legal efficacy or force

Example in sentence:

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