wirkungsvoll
Translation
effective, impactful, potent
Examples
Die Medizin ist sehr wirkungsvoll.
The medicine is very effective.
Er argumentierte kurz, aber wirkungsvoll.
He argued briefly, but effectively.
Grammar Patterns
((predicative)) to be effective. The measure was effective.
((adverbial)) effectively. He argued effectively.
Similar Words
Synonyms: effektiv, wirksam; Antonyms: wirkungslos
Etymology
From 'Wirkung' (effect) + '-s-' (linking element) + '-voll' (full). Literally 'full of effect'.
Memory Tips
Think of 'working full' power. If something is working at its fullest, it's effective.