Pronunciation: /əˈfɛktɪd/
verb to have an influence on or cause a change in someone or something
A1 The rainy weather affected my mood.
A2 The loud noise affected my ability to concentrate.
B1 The new medication affected her sleep patterns.
B2 The economic downturn affected many businesses in the area.
C1 The scandal affected the company's reputation in the industry.
C2 The global pandemic affected travel plans for millions of people.
adjective influenced or changed by something
A1 The affected area was cordoned off by the authorities.
A2 The affected families were provided with emergency supplies.
B1 The affected population struggled to rebuild their homes after the disaster.
B2 The affected individuals received counseling to cope with the traumatic event.
C1 The affected region faced long-term economic challenges due to the crisis.
C2 The affected communities banded together to support each other during the recovery process.
formal The company's decision to downsize has affected many employees.
informal The rain affected our plans for a picnic.
slang The breakup really affected him, man.
figurative The negative comments affected her like a sharp knife.
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