effectualef‧fec‧tu‧al /ɪˈfektʃuəl/ adjective formal - Have denotes an exercise of authority which is effectual, that is, which ensures the realization of the action commanded.
- I have yet to learn an effectual protective against the midge.
- In all, Barratt considered that an effectual trial on the Bonsor Lode could be made for about £1,000.
- Of course, such prior advertisement of a new law is usually necessary for it to be an effectual deterrent.
- The plant was boiled in water and the resulting infusion was said to be an effectual diuretic.
nouneffecteffectiveness ≠ ineffectivenessadjectiveeffective ≠ ineffectiveeffectual ≠ ineffectualverbeffectadverbeffectively ≠ ineffectively