Affect or Effect

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Effect

It is a noun meaning “outcome or result”.

For example:

The effects of the earthquake were overwhelming.
Before you make an important decision, always think about the possible effects of it.
Your advice had a tremendous effect on my decision.

Affect

It is a verb meaning “to change or to have an effect on”.

For example:

His success in management will affect our standing among the other departments.
The way she affected other students was admirable.
Your remarks have affected me a lot.

Quick Exercise

Select from effect / affect.

1. What are the possible effects affects of these actions?

2. I don't think there will be any negative effects affects .

3. His actions will positively effect affect your reputation at school.

4. The crisis is not going to effect affect our country.

5. The hurricane had no significant effects affects on wildlife.

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