effect
effect is a polysyllabic word with 2 syllables. Using the Knuth-Liang algorithm, we calculated the hyphenation for the word you’ve entered. However, this hyphenation has not been verified against authoritative sources and may be approximate. This is because the algorithm relies on pre-defined patterns that may not cover all exceptions, contextual variations, or irregular spellings. We are working to verify hyphenations against trusted sources to ensure greater accuracy. For now, effect is hyphenated as:
Definitions ofeffect
- The result or outcome of a cause.
Example: "The effect of the hurricane was a devastated landscape."
- Impression left on the mind; sensation produced.
- Execution; performance; realization; operation.
- An illusion produced by technical means (as in "special effect")
Example: "The effect of flying was most convincing."
- (sound engineering) An alteration, or device for producing an alteration, in sound after it has been produced by an instrument.
Example: "I just bought a couple of great effects."
- (etc.) A scientific phenomenon, usually named after its discoverer.
Example: "Doppler effect"
- (usually in the plural) Belongings, usually as personal effects.
- Consequence intended; purpose; meaning; general intent; with to.
- Reality; actual meaning; fact, as distinguished from mere appearance.
- Manifestation; expression; sign.
- To make or bring about; to implement.
Example: "The best way to effect change is to work with existing stakeholders."
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