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      effect
      noun
      The result or outcome of a cause.
      Execution; performance; realization; operation.
      Impression left on the mind; sensation produced.
      (cinematography, computer graphics, demoscene) An illusion produced by technical means (as in "special effect")
      (sound engineering) An alteration, or device for producing an alteration, in sound after it has been produced by an instrument.
      (sciences, statistics) An influence or causal association between two variables.
      (uncountable) The state of being binding and enforceable, as in a rule, policy, or law.
      Consequence intended; purpose; meaning; general intent; with to.
      (usually in the plural) Belongings, usually as personal effects.
      (sciences) A scientific phenomenon, usually named after its discoverer.
      (obsolete) Reality; actual meaning; fact, as distinguished from mere appearance.
      (obsolete) Manifestation; expression; sign.
      verb
      (transitive) To make or bring about; to implement.
      Misspelling of affect. [(transitive) To influence or alter.]
      Roots
      facio-fect · Latin · make, do
      Synonyms for effect
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      Words related to effect
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