Effectuate
[ɪ'fektʃʊeɪt;-tjʊ-]
Definition
(v. t.) To bring to pass; to effect; to achieve; to accomplish; to fulfill.
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Synonyms and Synonymous
v. a. Accomplish, achieve, effect, execute, carry out, bring to pass.
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Synonyms and Antonyms
SYN:Produce, ensure, secure, stabilitate, compass, complete, establish
ANT:Prevent, hinder, nullify, defeat, nip, blight, strangle, stifle, abolish
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Examples
- If it were even to take pains to prevent their importation, it would not be able to effectuate it. Adam Smith. An Inquiry into the Nature and Causes of the Wealth of Nations.
- That of England contributed as little towards effectuating the establishment of some of its most important colonies in North America. Adam Smith. An Inquiry into the Nature and Causes of the Wealth of Nations.
Edited by Astor