efficiently
|ef-fi-cient-ly|
B2
/ɪˈfɪʃəntli/
(efficient)
maximum productivity
Etymology
Etymology Information
'efficient' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'efficientem,' where 'efficere' meant 'to accomplish or bring about.'
Historical Evolution
'efficientem' transformed into the French word 'efficient,' and eventually became the modern English word 'efficient' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to accomplish or bring about,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'achieving maximum productivity with minimum wasted effort or expense.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adverb 1
in a manner that achieves maximum productivity with minimum wasted effort or expense.
The team worked efficiently to complete the project ahead of schedule.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35