Definitions
n. A change or result caused by something.
影响；效果
v. To bring about a change or result.
实现；使发生
Example
The new curtains had a calming effect on the room.
新窗帘让房间的氛围变得宁静了。
Higher parking charges may have little effect on traffic unless reliable public transport is also available.
如果没有可靠的公共交通，提高停车费对交通状况的影响可能很小。
Collocations
- have an effect on
- side effect
- take effect
- effect change
Word family
- effective (adj.)
- effectively (adv.)
- effectiveness (n.)
- ineffective (adj.)
Synonyms
- impact
- result
Usage tip
effect常作名词；affect常作动词，意为影响。
FAQ
- What does effect mean?
- A change or result caused by something. To bring about a change or result.
- How is effect pronounced?
- UK /ɪˈfekt/, US /ɪˈfekt/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
