CEFR B1

efficient

adjective

Meaning

Achieving maximum productivity with minimum wasted effort or expense.

Examples

The new software made the company's operations much more efficient.
She is a very efficient worker, always completing tasks ahead of schedule.

Synonyms: effective, productive, competent, streamlined

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efficient (B1)

adjective

Pronunciation: /ɪˈfɪʃənt/

Definition

Achieving maximum productivity with minimum wasted effort or expense.

Examples

The new software made the company's operations much more efficient.
She is a very efficient worker, always completing tasks ahead of schedule.
We need to find a more efficient way to manage our resources.

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