noun
- a result or consequence of an action or cause
- the power to produce a result or achieve a purpose
- a particular impression or appearance created
verb
- to bring about or cause something to happen
Usage: formal
Examples
- The new law had a positive effect on crime rates.
- The medicine took effect within an hour.
- The lighting created a dramatic effect on stage.
- She used makeup to achieve a natural effect.
- The company hopes to effect changes in their policies.
- The rain had no effect on our picnic plans.
- The special effects in the movie were amazing.