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Meaning of efficiently
The primary meaning of "efficiently" is to achieve maximum productivity with minimum wasted effort or expense.
Etymology of efficiently
The word "efficiently" originates from the Latin words "efficere" meaning to accomplish or effect, and the suffix "-ly" which forms an adverb
Historically, the word has been used since the 17th century to describe the quality of being efficient, which is to achieve a desired outcome with a minimum of effort or resources
Synonyms
productively
effectively
competently
skillfully
adeptly
capably
proficiently
expertly
masterfully
resourcefully
economically
thriftily
wisely
prudently
judiciously
sensibly
practically
functionally
successfully
satisfactorily
adequately
sufficiently
commendably
laudably
admirably
impeccably
flawlessly
precisely
meticulously
carefully
diligently
industriously
energetically
vigorously
dynamically
forcefully
potently
powerfully
strongly
intensely
thoroughly
completely
fully
wholly
entirely
Definitions
- Doing or producing something with a minimum of waste, expense, or effort
- * Working in a well-organized and competent way
- * Achieving maximum productivity with minimum wasted effort or expense
Usage Examples
- The company operates efficiently, minimizing costs and maximizing profits
- * She works efficiently, completing her tasks ahead of schedule
- * The new software helps the team work efficiently, streamlining their workflow and reducing errors
Antonyms
inefficiently
ineffectively
unproductively
inadequately
insufficiently
poorly
badly
inadequately
unskillfully
clumsily
carelessly
wastefully
extravagantly
recklessly
thoughtlessly
foolishly
imprudently
impractically
unrealistically
optimistically
naively
blindly
shortsightedly
ill-advisedly
unwisely
unadvisedly