as in efficacy
the power to produce a desired result
the proven efficiency of meditation in reducing stress within the company's workforce
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Examples Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of efficiency
But the key thing to understand is that Mamba has the potential to combine transformer-like performance with the efficiency of conventional RNNs.
—
Ars Technica, 20 Dec. 2024
To maximize the energy efficiency of your air conditioner, aim to set your thermostat between 72°F to 76°F during the daytime and 68°F to 72°F at night.
—Patricia Shannon, Better Homes & Gardens, 20 Dec. 2024
Furthermore, this innovation could reduce dependency on toxic elements, significantly decreasing the carbon footprint of the electronics industry by increasing the energy efficiency of electronic devices.
—Benedict Cosgrove, Newsweek, 20 Dec. 2024
The Energy Department announced almost $18 million for projects that bolster recycling programs, launch residential energy efficiency rebate programs and expand bike lanes and pedestrian walkways, among other projects.
—Paulina Smolinski, CBS News, 20 Dec. 2024
See all Example Sentences for efficiency 
Ars Technica, 20 Dec. 2024
To maximize the energy efficiency of your air conditioner, aim to set your thermostat between 72°F to 76°F during the daytime and 68°F to 72°F at night.
—Patricia Shannon, Better Homes & Gardens, 20 Dec. 2024
Furthermore, this innovation could reduce dependency on toxic elements, significantly decreasing the carbon footprint of the electronics industry by increasing the energy efficiency of electronic devices.
—Benedict Cosgrove, Newsweek, 20 Dec. 2024
The Energy Department announced almost $18 million for projects that bolster recycling programs, launch residential energy efficiency rebate programs and expand bike lanes and pedestrian walkways, among other projects.
—Paulina Smolinski, CBS News, 20 Dec. 2024
See all Example Sentences for efficiency
Thesaurus Entries Near efficiency
Cite this Entry
“Efficiency.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/efficiency. Accessed 30 Dec. 2024.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share