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Definition efficient in British English

efficient adjective

adjective
/ɪˈfɪʃ(ə)nt/
1

something that is efficient works well and produces good results by using the available time, money, supplies etc in the most effective way

Example

The new machine is far more efficient than the old one.

Example

The most efficient way to plan is to put your tasks in order of priority.

Example

This process makes efficient use of limited resources.

Synonyms and related words
useful efficient effective
1.1

someone who is efficient works well and quickly and is good at organizing their work in the way that gets the best results

Example

The hotel's staff are friendly and efficient.

Example

He became a highly efficient General Secretary.

Synonyms and related words
efficient productive committed
Definition efficient in British English