Efficient – English Flashcard for Efficient for IELTS Updated: July 25, 2019 by Dr. Mohammad Hossein Hariri AslEfficient Efficient (adj) /ɪˈfɪʃ.ənt/working or performing in an organized, effective and fast way – effective – competent – effectual:As a busy medical doctor, I owe much of my success to my efficient secretary.