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Efficacy

Definition:

Efficacy refers to the ability or effectiveness of something, especially a treatment or intervention, to produce the desired or intended result.

Senses:

1. Noun (Medical)

The power of a medication or treatment to improve a specific medical condition.

Example sentence: The efficacy of this new drug in treating arthritis is currently being tested.

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2. Noun (General)

The effectiveness or success of a particular action, method, or approach.

Example sentence: The efficacy of this marketing strategy can be measured by the increase in sales.

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3. Adjective (Local)

In local context, efficacy can be used as an adjective to describe something being efficient or effective.

Example sentence: The local restaurant is known for its efficacious service and delicious food.

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4. Noun, plural (General)

Efficacy can also be used to refer to a collective term for effective or successful results.

Example sentence: The continued improvements in the company's quarterly reports demonstrate the efficacies of their business strategies.

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