affect

/ɐfˈɛkt/

/əˈfɛkt/

to affect

MAIN VERB

to cause a change in a person, thing, etc.

synonyms : bear on

act physically on; have an effect upon

make believe with the intent to deceive

synonyms : dissemble

connect closely and often incriminatingly

synonyms : involve

have an emotional or cognitive impact upon

synonyms : impress

Affect

the conscious subjective aspect of feeling or emotion

Examples

1. The earthquake affected a large area, causing significant damage.

2. The cold weather affected them physically, causing shivers.

3. Certain species of dinoflagellates can create red tides, affecting marine life.

4. The high-pressure situation at work has turned him into a nervous wreck, affecting his performance.