efficient
Translation
efficient
Examples
She is a very efficient worker.
She is a very efficient worker.
This car has an efficient engine.
This car has an efficient engine.
Grammar Patterns
an ((efficient)) (noun) working well and not wasting time or energy She is a very efficient worker.
Similar Words
Synonyms: productive, effective; Antonyms: inefficient
Etymology
From Latin 'efficiens', present participle of 'efficere' (to accomplish), from 'ex-' (out) + 'facere' (to do).
Memory Tips
An 'efficient' person or thing produces a good 'effect' with little waste.