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effect
effect - Dictionary definition and meaning for word
effect
Definition
(noun) a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon
Synonyms
:
consequence
,
event
,
issue
,
outcome
,
result
,
upshot
Example Sentence
the magnetic effect was greater when the rod was lengthwise
his decision had depressing consequences for business
he acted very wise after the event
Definition
(noun) an outward appearance
Synonyms
:
impression
Example Sentence
he made a good impression
I wanted to create an impression of success
she retained that bold effect in her reproductions of the original painting
Definition
(noun) an impression (especially one that is artificial or contrived)
Example Sentence
he just did it for effect
Definition
(noun) the central meaning or theme of a speech or literary work
Synonyms
:
burden
,
core
,
essence
,
gist
Definition
(noun) (of a law) having legal validity
Synonyms
:
force
Example Sentence
the law is still in effect
Definition
(noun) a symptom caused by an illness or a drug
Example Sentence
the effects of sleep loss
the effect of the anesthetic
Definition
(verb) produce
Synonyms
:
effectuate
,
set up
Example Sentence
The scientists set up a shock wave
Definition
(verb) act so as to bring into existence
Example Sentence
effect a change
Word used in video below:
text: i'm going as the doppler effect
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