- pronunciation:
- ih
fekt
- features:
- Note, Word Parts
| part of speech: |
noun |
| definition 1: |
something that happens because of something else.
A good teacher can have a great effect on students.That medicine had no effect on me.- synonyms:
- consequence, result
- antonyms:
- cause
- similar words:
- conclusion, impact, issue, reaction
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| definition 2: |
the condition of being in active operation.
The new rules go into effect tomorrow.The city passed a new law about dogs, but it's not in effect yet.- synonyms:
- operation
- similar words:
- action, force
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effect or affect?
Affect means to have an influence on something.
Effect, in the most common way we use it, is the result of some influence.
Affect is a verb, and
effect in this sense is a noun.
Compare:
- That experience affected me very much.
- That experience had a strong effect on me.