noun

effects

Translation

effects, results, consequences, belongings

The side effects of the medicine are mild.

The special effects in the movie were amazing.

The special effects in the film were amazing.

He gathered his personal effects and left.

the effects of ((sth.)) on ((sth./sb.)) the results of (sth.) on (sth./sb.) We studied the effects of pollution on wildlife.

side effects unwanted results of a medicine or treatment The medication has some side effects.

personal effects a person's private belongings His personal effects were sent to his family.

Synonyms: results, consequences, impacts, belongings, possessions

Plural of 'effect'. From Latin 'effectus', from 'efficere' meaning 'to work out, accomplish'.

Remember the two main meanings: 1) the results or consequences of an action, and 2) personal belongings (usually plural).