effects 1 of 2

noun

plural of effect
as in things
transportable items that one owns the family packed up its household effects and moved to Florida

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effects

2 of 2

verb

present tense third-person singular of effect
as in causes
to be the cause of (a situation, action, or state of mind) classroom presentations designed to effect greater interest in careers in scientific fields

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Recent Examples of effects
Noun
Finally, Angel Martinez captured this gorgeous shot of the eclipsed Sturgeon Moon setting behind a cluster of skyscrapers in Madrid, Spain, as atmospheric effects distorted the true color and outline of the lunar disk. — Anthony Wood, Space.com, 28 Aug. 2026 Placing emphasis on affordable luxuries, such as matcha lattes, lip gloss, or birthday cake, is a way for Jenner to remain relatable to her audience, who are far more likely to be victims of the effects of economic uncertainty. — Sarah Glodek, Fortune, 28 Aug. 2026 Prioritizing the same produce can have negative health effects and could make crops more susceptible to climate change. — Devika Rao, TheWeek, 28 Aug. 2026 Side effects and risks Buprenorphine use is linked to various adverse effects, ranging from mild to potentially life-threatening. — Encyclopedia Britannica, 28 Aug. 2026 Some of the model buildings stood 5 feet tall, and many were designed to break away to mimic the effects of a blast. — ArsTechnica, 28 Aug. 2026 Sea salt gives hair that tousled texture, while red microalgae extract helps counteract the drying effects of salt. — Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 28 Aug. 2026 And the effects of the conflict can be felt in the United States in higher fuel prices and extended deployments for some members of the military. — Greg Dixon, NPR, 28 Aug. 2026 The effects of such abstemiousness are less clear, though a pair of new movies point in two very different interpretative directions. — Alexandra Schwartz, New Yorker, 21 Aug. 2026
Verb
Still, stakeholders are unsure what effects a veto override will have. — Laura Horne, Charlotte Observer, 17 Aug. 2026 Here, The Athletic outlines United’s debt picture and what effects this latest refinancing may have. — Chris Weatherspoon, New York Times, 13 June 2026 The overwhelming amount of digital evidence that both district attorneys and public defenders in Colorado must manage is so dire that state lawmakers created a task force to address the issue, which effects every criminal case in the state. — Shaun Boyd, CBS News, 23 Dec. 2025 What effects the death of his son or other losses and loves had upon his plays are secrets that Shakespeare carried with him to the grave. — James Shapiro, The Atlantic, 1 Dec. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for effects
  1. things
  2. causes
  3. possession
  4. creates
  5. belongings
  6. brings
  7. stuff
  8. prompts
Noun
  • When those things do start happening, the scares are every bit as effective as the buildup promises.
    — Dave Quinn, PEOPLE, 26 Aug. 2026
  • However, Heaika expects some things in return and isn’t happy to see Ejva fall for his cousin.
    — Marta Balaga, Variety, 26 Aug. 2026
Definition of things
Verb
  • Economists once again think economic growth causes prices to rise.
    — John Tamny, Forbes.com, 30 Aug. 2026
  • Here's what insomnia is, what causes it and how it's typically treated.
    — Daryl Austin, USA Today, 30 Aug. 2026
Definition of causes
Noun
  • Geneva rolled up 466 yards and crossed the goal line on six of its 10 possessions.
    — Jerry Birchfield, Chicago Tribune, 29 Aug. 2026
  • The 10-play scoring drive was possible in part because of a 17-yard pass from Hyppolite to Ty Hayes on fourth and 5 that kept the possession alive and moved them into the red zone.
    — Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 29 Aug. 2026
Definition of possession
Verb
  • The soft gray-white rattan complements the tailored beige high-density comfort cushions and creates an airy backdrop for your ever-evolving collection of seasonal all-weather pillows and throws.
    — Maria Conti, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 Sep. 2026
  • On paper, deploying Wade creates an obvious advantageous matchup.
    — Chandler Rome, New York Times, 31 Aug. 2026
Definition of creates
Noun
  • Home insurance covers your home and belongings from unexpected events like fire, theft or natural disasters.
    — Alora Bopray, USA Today, 27 Aug. 2026
  • Welcomed by Herky the Hornet, the cheer team and the campus community, the students and their families checked in before unloading their belongings and setting up their new rooms.
    — Tarini Mehta, Sacbee.com, 27 Aug. 2026
Definition of belongings
Verb
  • Pratt brings the toughness of a wrestler onto the football field.
    — Steve Millar, Chicago Tribune, 29 Aug. 2026
  • All this disruption is coming in the lead-up to the Burning Man festival, which brings at its peak about 70,000 people to this region from all over the world.
    — Anya Kamenetz, Curbed, 28 Aug. 2026
Definition of brings
Noun
  • Aesha sends Kayley to deal with it, but a regular sink plunger can’t do the job — Nathan has to suction the stuff out with the wet vacuum.
    — Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 1 Sep. 2026
  • That foul ball, no foul ball in the fourth inning changes stuff, too.
    — LaMond Pope, Chicago Tribune, 1 Sep. 2026
Definition of stuff
Verb
  • Which then prompts the question of what type of discipline York could face, to which there is no one-to-one comparison.
    — Chris Biderman, Sacbee.com, 25 Aug. 2026
  • Actor Clay Singer explained that premise prompts many questions.
    — David Wade, CBS News, 24 Aug. 2026
Definition of prompts

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“Effects.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/effects. Accessed 1 Sep. 2026.

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