How to pronounce effectiveness

Say it like this: /ɪˈfɛktɪvnəs/. Listen to real recordings below and compare how it sounds in different accents.

American/ɪˈfɛktɪvnəs/

What does effectiveness mean?

nounThe property of being effective, of achieving results.

“The effectiveness of the drug was well established.”

The capacity or potential for achieving results.

The degree to which something achieves results.

“He questioned the effectiveness of the treatment.”

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