efficiently
UK/ɪ'fɪʃəntli/US/i'fiʃәntli/
B2
Definitions
adv.
In a way that achieves results with little wasted effort, time, or resources.
高效地,有效率地。
Root Breakdown
Root-derivedefficient + -ly = in an efficient manner. See efficient (ef- 'out' + fic 'make' = getting results out without waste).
Root fac still carries 273 more wordsCommon Collocations
- 1.work efficiently高效工作
- 2.run efficiently高效运行
- 3.operate efficiently高效运作
Example Sentences
- 1.
The team worked efficiently and finished a day early.
- 2.
Modern engines burn fuel far more efficiently.