Efficient
Definition
(adj) Achieving maximum productivity with minimum wasted effort
Examples
“He is very efficient at managing his time.”
“The new printer is efficient and quiet.”
“Maya finished the invoices by noon because she's efficient with numbers.”
“That little café on 5th Street runs on an efficient kitchen crew.”
“If we want the 8 a.m. train, we need an efficient plan, not a messy one.”
Related words
Other English words at this level include Conundrum, Zenith, Ephemeral, Mellifluous, and Quintessential. Tap any word to see its definition, examples, and audio.
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