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efficient

Definition

  • adjective: capable of producing desired results without wasting materials, time, or energy
  • adjective: being or involving the immediate agent in producing an effect
  • synonyms: effectual, potent, competent

Examples

  • learning to work more 'efficiently'

  • an 'efficient' worker

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) Wait five more seconds. Right on the tick. DOC: Amazing. Absolutely amazing. Too bad the post office isn't as efficient as the weather service. DOC: Excuse the disguise, but I was afraid you wouldn't recognize me. I went to a rejuvenation clinic and got a whole natural overhaul. (..)
    1989 Back to the Future Part II