effectually — English Dictionary

Adverb

1. In such a way as to achieve a desired result; effectively; so as to have an effect.

   Synonyms

   completelyeffectively

   Examples

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   Though the captain had effectually demolished poor Partridge, yet had he not reaped the harvest he hoped for, which was to turn the foundling out of Mr Allworthy's house.

   Her quick eye detected the cause in a moment; Mr. Courtenaye had just entered the room, though he had not as yet perceived them. Indeed, the position in which Ethel stood effectually screened her from observation; and Henrietta thought she could not do better than stand as they were, thus giving her companion time to recover her outward composure.

   They intrigued and slandered and hated each other only on that account, - but as to effectually lifting a little finger - oh, no.

Adverb

1. in an effectual manner

   Antonyms

   ineffectually

   Examples

   Bismarck was constantly criticized by the more liberal newspapers, and he retaliated by passing an emergency decree that effectually muzzled the press