effect

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Synonyms: affect, effet, enfect

Antonyms: affect, effet, enfect

Related words from Datamuse; suggestions, not definitions.

Noun

1. The [[result]] or [[outcome]] of a [[cause]].
2. Impression left on the mind; sensation produced.
3. Execution; performance; realization; operation.
4. {{lb|en|filmology|computer graphics|demoscene}} An illusion produced by technical means (as in "special effect")
5. {{lb|en|sound engineering}} An alteration, or device for producing an alteration, in sound after it has been produced by an instrument.
6. {{lb|en|science}} A scientific [[phenomenon]], usually named after its discoverer.
7. {{lb|en|science|statistics}} An influence or causal association between two variables.
8. {{lb|en|usually|in the plural}} [[belongings|Belongings]], usually as [[personal effects]].
9. Consequence intended; purpose; meaning; general intent; with ''to''.
10. {{lb|en|obsolete}} Reality; actual meaning; fact, as distinguished from mere appearance.
11. {{lb|en|obsolete}} Manifestation; expression; sign.

Verb

1. {{lb|en|transitive}} To make or bring about; to implement.
2. {{misspelling of|en|affect}}.

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