Efficiency
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ɪˈfɪʃ.ən.si/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Efficiency is a noun meaning The extent to which a resource is used for the intended purpose.
Meaning
The extent to which a resource is used for the intended purpose.
More Meanings
- (US) A one-room apartment.
- (dated) The quality of producing an effect or effects.
Example Sentences
fully-furnished efficiencies
I have an efficiency available June through July.
The manner of this divine efficiency being far above us.
In a letter DeJoy sent to Congress on Thursday, he said DOGE teams will “assist us in identifying and achieving further efficiencies,” saying the Elon Musk-led agency will focus on improving the management of USPS retirement assets and the Workers’ Compensation Program, as well as addressing the agency’s legislative mandates and regulatory requirements.
Word Forms
- efficiencies
Synonyms for efficiency
Depending on context, synonyms include bedsit.
Antonyms for efficiency
Common opposites include inefficiency, wastefulness.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include efficient, functioning, productivity, effectiveness, use, utility.
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