Pronunciation: /ɪˈfɛkt/
noun a change that is a result or consequence of an action or other cause
A1 The medicine had a positive effect on his health.
A2 The new law had a significant effect on the economy.
B1 The environmental policies had a lasting effect on the local ecosystem.
B2 The advertising campaign had a profound effect on consumer behavior.
C1 The artist's work had a transformative effect on the art world.
C2 The scientific discovery had a monumental effect on the field of physics.
verb to bring about or cause something to happen
A1 The loud noise may effect your ability to concentrate.
A2 Eating healthy can effect positive changes in your overall well-being.
B1 The new law will effect changes in how businesses operate.
B2 The decision to cut funding will effect significant changes in the organization.
C1 The new technology has the potential to effect a revolution in the industry.
C2 The company's restructuring plan will effect major changes in its operations.
formal The new policy had a profound effect on the company's bottom line.
informal Eating too much junk food can have a negative effect on your health.
slang Dude, that new video game has such a cool special effect!
figurative Her words had a lasting effect on his emotions.
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