Learn how to use the comparative “more effective” and superlative “most effective” with example sentences and differences.

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Notes from a Native English Speaker

Comparative adjectives help us to describe how good or bad something is when compared to something else. For example, something is taller than something else. Superlative adjectives help us to describe something as having the most or least of a particular characteristic within a group. This makes it easier and more accurate to talk about and compare things.

What is the comparative form of “noneffective”?

The comparative form of “noneffective” is “more effective”.

Example

The new marketing strategy is more effective than the previous one.

Example

Using a specialized tool can make the process more effective.

What is the superlative form of “noneffective”?

The superlative form of “noneffective” is “most effective”.

Example

Among all the strategies, this one is the most effective.

Example

He is considered the most effective leader in the industry.

Why is this expression not used with most, more?

"Most" and "more" are used with "effective" to form the comparative and superlative forms. Using "effectiver" or "effectivest" would be grammatically incorrect.

Does this expression have an irregular comparative/superlative form?

"Effective" follows the regular pattern for forming comparatives and superlatives: - Comparative form: Effective → More effective - Superlative form: Effective → Most effective

Expressions with similar meanings to “more effective”

Used to describe something of higher quality or excellence.

Example

The updated version is better than the previous one.

Used to describe something of higher quality or excellence.

Example

Her performance was clearly superior to the others.

Used to indicate that something has become better than before.

Example

The updated version is much improved over the previous one.

Expressions with similar meanings to “most effective”

Used to describe something of the highest quality or excellence.

Example

This is the best solution for the problem.

Used to indicate the most favorable or efficient option.

Example

The optimal solution for this problem is to use a specialized tool.

Using than with comparative “more effective”

When using the comparative form "more effective" to compare two things, you would use "than" to connect the two parts of the comparison: Example: "The new strategy is more effective than the previous one." Here, "than" is used to show that the effectiveness of the new strategy is higher than the effectiveness of the previous one.

How can I use this expression in context?

“more effective” and “most effective” can be used in a variety of situations to compare speed.
  • 1Marketing

    The new campaign is more effective in reaching the target audience.

    The new campaign is more effective in reaching the target audience.

  • 2Leadership

    He is the most effective leader in motivating his team.

    He is the most effective leader in motivating his team.

  • 3Solutions

    Among all the options, this is the most effective solution.

    Among all the options, this is the most effective solution.

  • 4Strategies

    The new approach is more effective in achieving the desired outcomes.

    The new approach is more effective in achieving the desired outcomes.

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