Synonyms

effects

American

[ih-fekts] / ɪˈfɛkts /

plural noun

goods; movables; personal property.

effects British

/ ɪˈfɛkts /

plural noun

Also called: personal effects. personal property or belongings
lighting, sounds, etc, to accompany and enhance a stage, film, or broadcast production

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Related Words

See property.

Etymology

Origin of effects

Plural of effect

Example Sentences

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But the company is in a predicament from a monetization standpoint as it deals with the effects of its supply-chain designation, which Anthropic said it plans to challenge on legal grounds.

From MarketWatch

Social media platforms have come under more scrutiny recently as governments and regulators study the effects their content and design have on children's wellbeing.

From BBC

On the one hand, California has hyperambitious goals to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in an effort to curb the worst effects of a changing climate.

From Los Angeles Times

Buckley said the effects of Arlo's brain injury have also changed his behaviour and personality, leaving him more short-tempered, easily frustrated and tired.

From BBC

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