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efficiently

adv. manner
B2 Upper Intermediate Oxford US //ɪˈfɪʃəntɫi// UK //ɪfˈɪʃəntli// ef·fi·cient·ly General-service

adv. doing something well without wasting time, money, or energy. It means you get the best results with the least amount of effort.

adv. performing a task in a manner that achieves maximum productivity with minimum wasted effort or expense.


SIMPLE

She works efficiently and always finishes her tasks early.

CONTEXTUAL

The new heating system runs more efficiently, which helps the family save money on their monthly energy bills.

COMPLEX

By reorganizing the assembly line, the factory was able to produce twice as many units while using significantly less electricity, proving that the plant now operates more efficiently.

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Typically placed after the verb or the direct object to describe how an action is performed.

Pitfall

He is an efficiently workerHe is an efficient workerLearners often use the adverb form to modify a noun, but the adjective 'efficient' is required for nouns.

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