Synonyms for

Effect

Verb / ɪˈfekt / / ˈi:fekt / / ʌˈfekt / Another word for effect — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a change that is a result or consequence of an action or other cause

Synonyms & similar words

gist essence burden effectuate result core force upshot impression setup consequence event outcome issue result outcome consequence impact influence impression aftermath repercussion ramification eventuality fruit upshot outcome product yield conclusion sequel aftereffect afterglow

Synonyms by register

Formal

result consequence outcome repercussion

Informal

impact bang kick what happens

Literary

aftermath fruit issue

Antonyms

cause origin source beginning antecedent reason

Common collocations

  • positive effect
  • negative effect
  • side effect
  • main effect
  • cause and effect
  • produce an effect
  • have an effect
  • take effect

Word family

noun effect
verb effect
adjective effective
adverb effectively

Usage note

As a noun, 'effect' means result or consequence. As a verb, 'effect' means to bring about or accomplish. Be careful not to confuse it with 'affect', which is usually a verb meaning to influence.

Example sentences

  1. The effect of the medicine was instant pain relief.
  2. The effect of the storm was a power outage.
  3. The effect of the teacher's lesson was improved grades for the students.
  4. The effect of the butterfly's wings caused a hurricane.
  5. The effect of the new law was a decrease in crime rates.

Quotes

  • The effect of one good-hearted person is incalculable. - Oscar Arias
  • The effect of liberty to individuals is that they may do what they please: we ought to see what it will please them to do, before we risk congratulations. - Edmund Burke
  • The greatest effect we can have is to be what we are. - Henry David Thoreau

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