effective

US /əˈfek.tɪv/
UK /əˈfek.tɪv/
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1.

有效的, 有作用的

successful in producing a desired or intended result

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The new policy proved to be very effective in reducing crime.
新政策在減少犯罪方面被證明非常有效。
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This medicine is highly effective against the flu.
這種藥對流感非常有效。
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efficacioussuccessfulproductivepotentpowerful
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ineffectiveuseless
2.

生效的, 有效的

(of a law or agreement) coming into operation or effect

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The new regulations will be effective from January 1st.
新規定將於1月1日生效。
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The contract is effective immediately.
合同立即生效。
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operativevalidbindingin force
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ineffectiveinvalid
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effecteffectivelyeffectivenessin effectto no effectto that effectgreenhouse effect