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effective vs good

good vs effective

effective is not a noun while good is a noun.

effective and good both are adjectives.

effective is not an adverb while good is an adverb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
effective No Yes No No
good Yes Yes No Yes
As adjectives, effective and good are synonyms defined as:
  • effective and good: exerting force or influence
Other synonyms of effective include in effect, in force.
effective (noun) good (noun)
a raw material that is sold in large quantities, usually to other businesses for manufacturing or production purposes
benefit
moral excellence or admirableness
that which is pleasing or valuable or useful
effective (adjective) good (adjective)
producing or capable of producing an intended result or having a striking effect having desirable or positive qualities especially those suitable for a thing specified
existing in fact; not theoretical; real morally admirable
able to accomplish a purpose; functioning effectively promoting or enhancing well-being
works well as a means or remedy having the normally expected amount
ready for service with or in a close or intimate relationship
exerting force or influence thorough
generally admired
resulting favorably
not left to spoil
not forged
tending to promote physical well-being; beneficial to health
in excellent physical condition
appealing to the mind
agreeable or pleasing
exerting force or influence
most suitable or right for a particular purpose
capable of pleasing
deserving of esteem and respect
of moral excellence
having or showing knowledge and skill and aptitude
financially safe
effective (adverb) good (adverb)
(often used as a combining form) in a good or proper or satisfactory manner or to a high standard (`good' is a nonstandard dialectal variant for `well')
completely and absolutely (`good' is sometimes used informally for `thoroughly')
Difference between effective and good

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