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masculine

/eˈfek.to/

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Translation

effect, result

Word origin

From Latin effectus ('a result, an accomplishment'), from efficere ('to bring about'), from ex- plus facere ('to make, to do').

Origin
Latin
Root
effectus
English cognates
effect, efficient

Grammar

Gendermasculine
Pluralefectos

Examples

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The effect of the music was very strong.

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This medicine has a fast effect.

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The change had no effect on the group.

notan .

The effects of the heat are felt all over the world.

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His words had a huge effect on me.

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This word is part of lesson 21.