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Definition of effectual in English: effectualadjective ɪˈfɛktʃʊələˈfɛk(t)ʃ(u)əl 1(of something inanimate or abstract) successful in producing a desired or intended result; effective. tobacco smoke is the most effectual protection against the midge Example sentencesExamples - It is true, the Lord can, and I hope He often does, make that preaching effectual to the conversion of sinners, wherein little is said expressly to them, only the truths of the gospel are declared in their hearing
- If this can be done, the rampart which the constitution has built up to secure the hearthstone from rude intrusion, is an effectual defense no longer.
- It was a wonder of his grace, that the call was made so effectual.
- The effectual fervent prayer of a righteous man availeth much.
- However, the court may order such particulars as may be necessary to prevent surprise and unnecessary expense and to ensure a fair and effectual trial.
Synonyms effective, successful, efficacious, productive, constructive, fruitful, potent, powerful worthwhile, helpful, of help, of assistance, beneficial, advantageous, valuable, useful, of use - 1.1Law (of a legal document) valid or binding.
Example sentencesExamples - The Commissioner of Stamp Duties accepted, on the basis that these documents were effectual, that there was no duty assessable.
- I have already referred the Court to section 151, which deals with when instruments of lease become effectual, which is on registration.
- Clause 6 reads: ‘The lease is deemed to be, and to have always been, as valid and effectual as if all the land that is subject to the lease had not been that land described in the Schedule.’
Synonyms valid, authentic, legally acceptable, proper, bona fide, genuine, official, signed and sealed lawful, legal, licit, legitimate, (legally) binding, contractual in force, in effect, effective
Derivatives noun ɪfɛktʃʊˈalɪtiəˌfɛk(t)ʃəˈwælədi The effectuality of this device is not certain, and its reliance upon a press fit may be questioned. Example sentencesExamples - In each of four described occasions, the effectuality of these is the same.
adverb ɪˈfɛktjʊəliəˈfɛk(t)ʃ(u)əli It is saying that the Holy Spirit will speak clearly to you through the Scriptures, beginning when you are effectually called. Example sentencesExamples - Could the government of England destroy the commerce of all other nations, she would most effectually ruin her own.
- This, however, would mean that ‘the business of every assize in the kingdom might effectually be stopped.’
- It is hardly possible to conceive a spot more effectually hidden from the eyes of all men, than this singular valley.
- It is only legislative encouragement which can effectually protect him against these difficulties.
noun ɪˈfɛktʃʊəlnəsəˈfɛk(t)ʃ(u)əlnəs Once the effectualness of these principles is realized, it's hard to fathom working any other way, and it's really very simple. Example sentencesExamples - It's been proven by numerous patients for years but late analyses have disputed the effectualness of these drugs.
Origin Late Middle English: from medieval Latin effectualis, from Latin effectus (see effect). Definition of effectual in US English: effectualadjectiveəˈfɛk(t)ʃ(u)ələˈfek(t)SH(o͞o)əl (of something inanimate or abstract) successful in producing a desired or intended result; effective. tobacco smoke is the most effectual protection against the mosquito Example sentencesExamples - It is true, the Lord can, and I hope He often does, make that preaching effectual to the conversion of sinners, wherein little is said expressly to them, only the truths of the gospel are declared in their hearing
- If this can be done, the rampart which the constitution has built up to secure the hearthstone from rude intrusion, is an effectual defense no longer.
- The effectual fervent prayer of a righteous man availeth much.
- It was a wonder of his grace, that the call was made so effectual.
- However, the court may order such particulars as may be necessary to prevent surprise and unnecessary expense and to ensure a fair and effectual trial.
Synonyms effective, successful, efficacious, productive, constructive, fruitful, potent, powerful
Origin Late Middle English: from medieval Latin effectualis, from Latin effectus (see effect). |