effectively
US /əˈfek.tɪv.li/
UK /əˈfek.tɪv.li/
1.
in such a manner as to achieve a desired result
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She managed to complete the task effectively and on time.
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The new system works more effectively than the old one.
2.
used to describe what is almost the case or what is true in practice, even if not officially or legally
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He is effectively in charge of the whole department.
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The company is effectively bankrupt, though not officially declared.