English / word

effect

noun A2

MEANING IN ENGLISH

a result or change caused by something

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

a change that results from a particular action or cause

In context

The medicine had a good effect on my cough.

Going to bed late has a bad effect on exam performance.

Synonyms

result,impact,influence

Antonyms

cause,origin,source

Collocations

positive effect,side effect,cause and effect