effective vs actual

effective and actual both are adjectives.

Word	Noun	Adjective	Verb	Adverb
effective	No	Yes	No	No
actual	No	Yes	No	No

effective (adjective)	actual (adjective)
producing or capable of producing an intended result or having a striking effect	presently existing in fact and not merely potential or possible
existing in fact; not theoretical; real	being or existing at the present moment
able to accomplish a purpose; functioning effectively	taking place in reality; not pretended or imitated
works well as a means or remedy	being or reflecting the essential or genuine character of something
ready for service	existing in act or fact
exerting force or influence