Synonyms for

Effects

Verb / ɪˈfekts / / ˈi:fekts / Another word for effects — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Effects are the result or consequence of an action or event.

Synonyms & similar words

gist essence burden effectuate result core force upshot effect personaleffects impression setup consequence event outcome issue consequence outcome result impact influence ramification aftermath repercussion conclusion fruit issue product upshot sequel termination wave corollary offshoot

Synonyms by register

Formal

consequences results outcomes repercussions

Informal

aftermath fallout impact

Literary

fruits legacies

Antonyms

cause origin source reason antecedent basis root

Common collocations

  • side effects
  • special effects
  • positive effects
  • negative effects
  • long-term effects
  • short-term effects
  • cause and effect
  • immediate effects

Word family

noun effect
verb effectuate
adjective effective
adverb effectively

Usage note

Often confused with 'affect', which is typically a verb meaning to influence. 'Effect' is usually a noun meaning a result or consequence.

Example sentences

  1. The effects of the hurricane were devastating.
  2. She didn't realize the effects of her actions until it was too late.
  3. The medication had some unpleasant side effects.
  4. The sound effects in the play added to the overall experience.
  5. The butterfly effect means that small changes can have big effects.

Quotes

  • The effects of good music are not just because it's new; on the contrary music strikes us more the more familiar we are with it. - Johann Wolfgang von Goethe
  • The effects of global warming are real and undeniable. - Bill Nye
  • The effects of anger and violence are immediate and temporary, while the effects of kindness are long-lasting. - Dalai Lama

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