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effect
Meaning: a result or change caused by something
effect in a sentence
How effect is used in real sentences:
The medicine had a calming effect on the patient.
The loud noise had an immediate effect on the sleeping baby.
“This has the effect of cooling the work area and slowing cracks.”
— from the passage Secrets of Red Mesa
Synonyms for effect
Other words for effect — result, outcome and impact — carry the same meaning.
- result
- outcome
- impact
Antonyms of effect
Words that mean the opposite of effect:
- cause
- source
Where it comes from
From Latin effectus 'accomplishment', from efficere 'to work out' (ex- + facere 'to do').
Word parts
- fac/fect — make, do
effect: ef- (out; form of ex-) + fect (make)
Memory hook
An effect is what comes after an event.