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Effect

noun
/ɪˈfɛkt/
Word Frequency: 187.8

Definitions

1.nounThe result or outcome of a cause.
"The effect of the hurricane was a devastated landscape."
2.nounImpression left on the mind; sensation produced.
3.nounExecution; performance; realization; operation.
4.nounAn illusion produced by technical means (as in "special effect")
"The effect of flying was most convincing."
5.noun(sound engineering) An alteration, or device for producing an alteration, in sound after it has been produced by an instrument.
"I just bought a couple of great effects."
6.noun(etc.) A scientific phenomenon, usually named after its discoverer.
"Doppler effect"
7.noun(usually in the plural) Belongings, usually as personal effects.
8.nounConsequence intended; purpose; meaning; general intent; with to.
9.nounReality; actual meaning; fact, as distinguished from mere appearance.
10.nounManifestation; expression; sign.
11.verbTo make or bring about; to implement.
"The best way to effect change is to work with existing stakeholders."

Synonyms

consequenceoutcomeresultupshotgistbring abouteffectuateset upessenceforcecarry outburden

Rhymes With

aspectsubjectprojectdirectneglectaffectrejectdefect
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