Cool MateMeaning of Affect
to produce a change in somebody/something
In simple words: to change or influence something
Affect in a sentence
- The weather can greatly affect our mood.
- Her words did not seem to affect him at all.
- Many factors can affect the outcome of the game.
- The music can affect how we feel during a movie.
- Changes in temperature can affect the growth of plants.
- His decision to leave will affect the whole team.
How to use Affect
Use 'affect' to describe how one thing changes another. It is not interchangeable with 'effect', which is a result. Avoid using 'affect' as a noun.
Grammar pattern
affect + object
Memory hint
Think of 'A' in 'affect' as 'action' that causes a change.
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Affect in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
يؤثر
يغير أو يؤثر على شيء ما
- Bengaliবাংলা
প্রভাবিত করা
কোনো কিছু পরিবর্তন বা প্রভাবিত করা
- GermanDeutsch
beeinflussen, wirken auf
etwas verändern oder beeinflussen
- SpanishEspañol
Afectar
cambiar o influir en algo
- Persianفارسی
تأثیر گذاشتن، تحت تأثیر قرار دادن
تغییر دادن یا تحت تأثیر قرار دادن چیزی
- FrenchFrançais
Affecter
changer ou influencer quelque chose
- Hindiहिन्दी
प्रभावित करना
किसी चीज़ को बदलना या प्रभावित करना
- ItalianItaliano
influenzare, incidere su, toccare
cambiare o influenzare qualcosa
- PortuguesePortuguês
Afetar
mudar ou influenciar algo
- RussianРусский
Affect
изменить или повлиять на что-то
- Urduاردو
اثر کرنا، متاثر کرنا
کسی چیز کو بدلنا یا اس پر اثر ڈالنا
- Chinese中文
影响
改变或影响某事
More words like Affect
- AbandonB2
To leave someone or something and never return to them.
- AbilityA2
the fact that somebody/something is able to do something
- AbruptB1
Happening suddenly and unexpectedly.
- AbsenceC1
the fact of somebody being away from a place where they are usually expected to be; the occasion or period of time when somebody is away
- AbstractB2
based on general ideas and not on any particular real person, thing or situation
- AbundantB1
Existing or occurring in large amounts; plentiful.
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Frequently asked questions about Affect
What does Affect mean?
to change or influence something
What is the definition of Affect?
to produce a change in somebody/something
How do you use Affect in a sentence?
The weather can greatly affect our mood.
Can you give another example of Affect?
Her words did not seem to affect him at all.
What are synonyms for Affect?
Common alternatives include put something on.
What is the opposite of Affect?
Opposite meanings include preserve, remain, maintain.
What words go with Affect?
It commonly pairs with dramatically, greatly, materially, be likely to, deeply, profoundly.
What are common mistakes when using Affect?
Confused with 'affect' vs 'effect' 'Affect' used as a noun instead of a verb Using 'affect' with an incorrect subject
How do you pronounce Affect?
US: /["/əˈfekt/","/əˈfekts/","/əˈfektɪd/","/əˈfektɪŋ/"]/, UK: /["/əˈfekt/","/əˈfekts/","/əˈfektɪd/","/əˈfektɪŋ/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Affect?
Use 'affect' to describe how one thing changes another. It is not interchangeable with 'effect', which is a result. Avoid using 'affect' as a noun.
What CEFR level is Affect?
"Affect" is at A2 level on the CEFR scale.