Efficacy Definition & Meaning

efficacy
noun
  1. capacity or power to produce a desired effect; "concern about the safety and efficacy of the vaccine"

"Efficacy" in song lyrics

See how efficacy is used in real songs:

  • "mumps vaccine efficacy"
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  • "concept of self efficacy"
    AOL — AOL
  • "teacher efficacy"
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Words that rhyme with efficacy

Usage tips for "efficacy"

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