Definition of Effect
Effect
ef·fect
Definition/Meaning
(noun)
a change that results when an action is done;
e.g. When I flip the light switch on, the effect is for electricity to make the light come on.
(noun)
the state of being active or in use;
e.g. The changes to the schedule will take effect immediately.
(noun)
the extent to which something is active or operative;
e.g. Recycling and reusing can be healthy for the environment to a great effect.
(noun)
the lighting and sounds used in a movie or play;
e.g. The movie has great sound effects and dialogues.
(verb)
to cause something to happen;
e.g. The leader effected a new pandemic guideline that may actually help contain the virus.
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