effect
From Latin 'effectus', from 'efficere' meaning 'to accomplish'.
NOUN
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[/ɪˈfɛkt/en-US]
効果
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結果
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影響
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概念文
untranslatable
(Aggregated concept encompassing multiple meanings of 'effect' related to consequences and associations.)
Antonyms
cause
The result, outcome, or consequence of an action, cause, or event. It can also refer to the power or influence that something has, or a particular impression produced by something.
regular
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- The new policy had a positive effect on the local economy. — The new policy helped the economy improve.
- The medication had several unexpected side effects. — The medicine caused other unintended results.
- His speech had a powerful effect on the audience. — His speech strongly influenced the audience.
VERB
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[/ɪˈfɛkt/en-US]
Antonyms
halt
To bring about; to cause something to happen or come into being; to achieve or accomplish a particular result, often a change or transformation.
regular
- The diplomat worked tirelessly to effect a peaceful resolution between the warring factions. — The diplomat tried hard to make a peaceful solution happen.
- The company aims to effect significant changes in its management structure by the end of the year. — The company plans to implement major changes in its organization.
- It took a great deal of effort to effect the necessary repairs to the old building. — It required much effort to make the needed repairs to the old building.
register: formal