Words To Describe Long-Lasting Effects

verb The word 'lingering' can also be used as a verb to describe the act of staying in a place longer than necessary, typically because of a reluctance to leave.

adjective The word 'lingering' is an adjective that describes something that is lasting for a long time or slow to end.

• The lingering smell of smoke filled the room after the fire was put out.
• I could feel a lingering sense of unease after watching that horror movie.
• There was a lingering awkwardness between them after their argument.
• The lingering effects of the economic downturn are still being felt by many families.