noun

effects

results, consequences, belongings, special effects

The side effects of the medicine are mild.

The side effects of the medicine are mild.

The special effects in the film were amazing.

The special effects in the movie were amazing.

He gathered his personal effects from the locker.

He gathered his personal effects from the locker.

the effects of ((sth.)) The effects of the new law are unclear.

side effects This medication has several side effects.

special effects The movie is known for its amazing special effects.

Synonyms: results, consequences, outcomes, impacts

From Latin 'effectus', meaning 'accomplishment', from 'efficere' meaning 'to work out, accomplish', from 'ex-' (out) + 'facere' (to do, make).

Think of 'special effects' in a movie – they are the visible results or impacts created for the film.

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