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good vs effective

effective vs good

good is a noun but effective is not a noun.

good and effective both are adjectives.

good is an adverb but effective is not an adverb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
good Yes Yes No Yes
effective No Yes No No
As adjectives, good and effective are synonyms defined as:
  • good and effective: exerting force or influence
Other synonyms of good include in effect, in force.
good (noun) effective (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
good (adjective) effective (adjective)
having desirable or positive qualities especially those suitable for a thing specified producing or capable of producing an intended result or having a striking effect
morally admirable existing in fact; not theoretical; real
promoting or enhancing well-being able to accomplish a purpose; functioning effectively
having the normally expected amount works well as a means or remedy
with or in a close or intimate relationship ready for service
thorough exerting force or influence
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
good (adverb) effective (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 good and effective

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