effects
/ɪˈfɛkts/
noun
- Changes or results that are caused by something.
- The effects of the storm were visible everywhere, with fallen trees and flooded streets.
- The medicine had immediate positive effects on her energy levels.
- Scientists are studying the long-term effects of pollution on human health.
- Personal belongings or property.
- After the fire, the family gathered what few personal effects they could save.
- She packed all her effects into two suitcases before moving abroad.
- The police inventoried the deceased man's effects for his next of kin.
- Artificial sounds, images, or other elements used in movies, plays, or recordings to create a specific atmosphere.
- The movie won an award for its stunning visual effects.
- The band added special lighting effects to their concert performance.
- The play used clever sound effects to make the audience feel like they were in a thunderstorm.
Synonyms
verb
- Third person singular present tense of effect: to cause something to happen.
- A small adjustment effects a big improvement in the machine's performance.
- The new policy effects a change in how the company handles complaints.
- The treaty effects a lasting peace between the two nations.