efficiency (B1)
noun
Pronunciation: /ɪˈfɪʃənsi/
Definition
The state or quality of being efficient, producing maximum productivity with minimum wasted effort or expense.
Examples
The new software dramatically improved the efficiency of our data processing.
We need to measure the energy efficiency of this appliance to see if it's cost-effective.
Her organizational skills are key to the team's overall efficiency.
How to Use efficiency
- efficiency of (prepositional phrase)
- Indicating what is being made efficient. — "We are studying the efficiency of the new manufacturing process."
- efficiency rating (collocation)
- A score or measure of how efficient something is. — "This refrigerator has a high energy efficiency rating."
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