Dictionary-enhanced word family
Word Forms of “Effect”
What happens as a result of something; the change or result that an action or event causes.
Word Family of Effect
Some English words keep the same spelling as a noun and a verb. Context tells you which form is being used.
What is the noun of effect? — effect
What is the verb of effect? — effect
What is the adjective of effect? — effective
What is the adverb of effect? — effectively
How to Use Each Word Form in a Sentence
- The new law had a positive effect on the economy. B1
- Smoking has harmful effects on your health. B1
- We did not see the full effect of the medicine until a week later. B1
Word Form Patterns for Effect
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Adds **-ly** to make an adverb describing how an action happens. Example: effect → effectively.
Origin and Word Formation of Effect
From Old French 'effect', from Latin 'effectus' (accomplishment), derived from 'efficere' (to bring about).
Common Word Form Mistakes with Effect
Wrong: The medicine didn't have much affect on his pain.
Correct: The medicine didn't have much effect on his pain.
'Effect' (noun) means result. 'Affect' (verb) means to influence something.
Wrong: The new policy will effect many workers negatively.
Correct: The new policy will affect many workers negatively.
'Affect' (verb) = to influence. 'Effect' (noun) = result. This sentence needs the verb 'affect'.
Frequently Asked Questions About Word Forms of Effect
What are the word forms of “effect”?
The confirmed forms are shown in the word family cards above. Missing parts of speech are hidden instead of filled with placeholder text.
What part of speech is “effect”?
“effect” is primarily a noun. Some forms above show how the same root works as other parts of speech.
Can “effect” be both a noun and a verb?
Yes. Some words keep the same spelling across parts of speech; the surrounding sentence shows the function.
Where does “effect” come from?
From Old French 'effect', from Latin 'effectus' (accomplishment), derived from 'efficere' (to bring about).