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Clues for the word "EFFECTIVE"

We've had 7 crossword clues used for this word, and seen it 7 times in crosswords. It was last seen in Pat Sajack's Code Letter crossword on October 26, 2011.

Definition of effective

• a. - Having the power to produce an effect or effects; producing a decided or decisive effect; efficient; serviceable; operative; as, an effective force, remedy, speech; the effective men in a regiment.
• n. - That which produces a given effect; a cause.
• n. - One who is capable of active service.
• n. - Specie or coin, as distinguished from paper currency; -- a term used in many parts of Europe.

Last Seen In

• Pat Sajack's Code Letter - October 26, 2011
• Guardian Cryptic - March 11, 2010
• Guardian Quiptic - October 26, 2009
• USA Today - July 31, 2009
• Guardian Quiptic - May 25, 2009
• Universal - March 28, 2007
• Guardian Cryptic - January 27, 2003