effect
result or outcome of something
Something that happens because of something else.
the effect of [something] on [something]
- The new law had a positive effect on public safety.
- Her speech had a big effect on the audience.
- Climate change is having a serious effect on agriculture.
- The medicine's side effects were mild.
- The policy changes will take effect next month.
- The rain had a bad effect on the picnic.
- The movie had a strong effect on me.
- The new rules have a good effect on students.
visual or audio enhancement in media
An image or sound made using special methods in movies, TV, or music.
- The movie's special effects were amazing.
- They added sound effects to make the scene more realistic.
- The visual effects won several awards.
- The film has great special effects.
- I like the sound effects in this game.
- The visual effects look real.
state of being in operation or valid
When a law or rule is working and people must follow it.
in effect
- The new regulations are now in effect.
- This policy will come into effect next year.
- The old rules are no longer in effect.
- The rule is now in effect.
- The new law will take effect tomorrow.
- The contract is in effect until 2025.
impact on thoughts or emotions
A change in how someone feels or thinks because of something.
- Her words had a calming effect on me.
- The music had a powerful emotional effect.
- Traveling alone had a big effect on his confidence.
- The song has a happy effect on me.
- His kind words have a good effect on her.
- The movie had a sad effect on the viewers.
- Base: effect
- Plural: effect, effects
bring into effect
1cause something to begin operating officially
To make a plan, law, or rule start working officially.
- The government will bring the new policy into effect next year.
- These changes were brought into effect without warning.
in effect
1currently valid or operating
Working and having to be followed now (for laws, rules, etc.).
- That rule is still in effect today.
- In effect, nothing has changed.
put into effect
1make something start operating officially
To start making a plan, rule, or law work and be used.
- The new safety measures will be put into effect immediately.
- The company put the changes into effect last week.
side effect
1unwanted secondary result of something
An extra result of something, especially one that is not wanted.
- Drowsiness is a common side effect of this drug.
- One side effect of the new policy was higher costs.
take effect
1begin to be in force or operative
To start working or being used (for laws, rules, medicine, etc.).
- The new tax rates will take effect next month.
- The medicine should take effect within an hour.