in effect

Definition of In Effect in English :

Adjective

1. effective, good, in effect, in force

exerting force or influence

Example Sentences:
'the law is effective immediately'
'a warranty good for two years'
'the law is already in effect (or in force)'

Adverb

2. effectively, in effect

in actuality or reality or fact

Example Sentences:
'she is effectively his wife'
'in effect, they had no choice'

effectively

WordNet Lexical Database for English. Princeton University. 2010.

In Effect

see synonyms of in effect

a.

in fact; actually

b.

for all practical purposes

In Effect

see synonyms of in effect

1.

in result; actually; in fact

2.

in essence; virtually

3.

in operation; in force

In Effect

see synonyms of in effect

n.

1. Something brought about by a cause or agent; a result.

2. The power to produce an outcome or achieve a result: The government's action had little effect on the trade imbalance.

3. Advantage; avail: used her words to great effect in influencing the jury.

4. The condition of being in full force or execution; operativeness: a new regulation that goes into effect tomorrow.

5.

a. Something that produces a specific impression or supports a general design or intention: The lighting effects emphasized the harsh atmosphere of the drama.

b. A particular impression: large windows that gave an effect of spaciousness.

c. Production of a desired impression: spent lavishly on dinner just for effect.

6. The basic or general meaning; import: He said he was greatly worried, or words to that effect.

7. effects Movable belongings; goods.

tr.v. ef·fect·ed, ef·fect·ing, ef·fects

To bring about; make happen; cause or accomplish: effect a cure for a disease; effect a change in policy. See Usage Note at affect¹.

In Effect

Adjective

Adverb

In Effect

In Effect

In Effect

WORD OF THE DAY

turnverein

Recent Searches