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⚙️Efficiency

noun
/ɪˈfɪʃ.ən.si/
efficacy efficient
Efficiency definition card — visual illustration of the meaning Efficiency synonyms and antonyms card — visual word comparison Efficiency collocation card — common word combinations and phrases

Meaning

the ability to accomplish something with the least waste of time and effort
The ability to accomplish a task with minimum wasted effort or resources.
The state or quality of being efficient; achieving maximum productivity with minimum wasted effort or expense.

Example Sentences

The new system improved the efficiency of the entire production process.

The new system improved the efficiency of data processing.

Efficiency in communication is crucial for businesses.

Synonyms

effectiveness, competence, productivity, capability, performance
Entry 1
effectiveness, competence, productivity, capability
Entry 2
effectiveness, productivity, performance, competence
Entry 3
productivity, effectiveness

Antonyms

inefficiency, incompetence, waste, slowness, wastefulness
Entry 1
inefficiency, incompetence, waste, slowness
Entry 2
inefficiency, incompetence, wastefulness
Entry 3
inefficiency, waste

Collocations

energy efficiency, improve efficiency, high efficiency, operational efficiency, efficiency gain, efficiency improvement
Entry 1
energy efficiency, improve efficiency, high efficiency
Entry 2
energy efficiency, operational efficiency, efficiency gain, efficiency improvement

More Example Sentences

This change will significantly improve our team's efficiency.

It is not just about cost - it is also about efficiency and effectiveness.

To put it briefly, the matter is fundamentally related to improving efficiency.

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