ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Effectually

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Pronunciation /ɪˈfɛktʃuəli/ · Part of speech adverb

Quick meaning: Effectually is an adverb meaning In such a way as to achieve a desired result; effectively; so as to have an effect.

Meaning

In such a way as to achieve a desired result; effectively; so as to have an effect.

Example Sentences

They intrigued and slandered and hated each other only on that account, - but as to effectually lifting a little finger - oh, no.
Though the captain had effectually demolished poor Partridge, yet had he not reaped the harvest he hoped for, which was to turn the foundling out of Mr Allworthy's house.
Her quick eye detected the cause in a moment; Mr. Courtenaye had just entered the room, though he had not as yet perceived them. Indeed, the position in which Ethel stood effectually screened her from observation; and Henrietta thought she could not do better than stand as they were, thus giving her companion time to recover her outward composure.

Synonyms for effectually

Depending on context, synonyms include completely, effectively.

Antonyms for effectually

Common opposites include ineffectually.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include effectively, effectuously, efficaciously, effectiveley, effectivley, isoeffectively.

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