1. noun /ɪˈfɛkt/
The effect of the hurricane was a devastated landscape.
b) An illusion produced by technical means (as in "special effect")
The effect of flying was most convincing.
2. verb /ɪˈfɛkt/
To make or bring about; to implement.
The best way to effect change is to work with existing stakeholders.
See Also: effective, effectiveness, effectivity, effector, effectual, effectuate, efficacious, efficacity, efficacy, efficiency, efficient
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