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effectuation

Upper-Intermediate (B2)

IPA: /ɪˌfɛk.tʃuˈeɪ.ʃən/

KK: /ɪˌfɛk.tʃuˈeɪ.ʃən/

noun
Definition

The process of making something happen or bringing it into effect.


Example

The effectuation of the new policy took several months to complete.


Conversation
Sloth A
Have you ever heard of the term effectuation?
Sloth B
Yeah, I think it’s about making things happen, right?
Sloth A
Exactly! It's all about taking action to create opportunities.
Sloth B
That makes sense; it's a proactive way to approach challenges.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
implementation
execution
realization
Antonyms
abandonment
neglect
failure
Root Explanation

Effectuation → It is formed from "effect" (from Latin "effectus", meaning accomplishment or result) and "-ation" (meaning the action or process of). The word "effectuation" refers to the process of bringing something into effect or making it happen.

Memory Tip

Think of the word 'effect' as the result of an action, and '-ation' as the process of doing something. This helps you remember that 'effectuation' means the process of making something happen.

Visually Confused Words
perfectuation
affectation
perfectation
defecation
refluctuation
inaffectation
fetation
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