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Effect
01
a change in a person or thing caused by another person or thing
Example
Climate change can have a drastic effect on animal habitats.
Eating too much sugar can have a bad effect on your teeth.
02
the visible impression or appearance created by someone or something
Example
The dim lighting had a dramatic effect, making the room feel more intimate.
Her confident posture gave the effect of authority and command.
03
an impression or appearance, often deliberately created to influence or deceive
Example
The magician's performance relied heavily on visual effects to captivate the audience.
The politician's speech was full of dramatic effects to sway the crowd.
04
the underlying message or significance conveyed through a speech or literary work that influences the audience's perception or understanding
Example
The effect of the novel was to emphasize the importance of empathy and understanding.
The keynote speaker 's effect was to motivate the audience towards innovation and progress.
05
the condition of a law being in force and having legal power or validity
Example
The new tax regulations will come into effect at the beginning of the fiscal year.
The law was passed by parliament but will not take effect until next January.
06
a symptom or physical response resulting from an illness or the administration of a drug
Example
The medication had a calming effect, helping him sleep through the night.
Nausea is a common effect experienced by patients undergoing chemotherapy.
to effect
01
to cause something to happen or to achieve a desired outcome
Example
The new policy will effect significant changes in the company's operations.
She worked tirelessly to effect positive reforms within the community.
