effects

American  

[ih-fekts] / ɪˈfɛkts /

plural noun

1. goods; movables; personal property.

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effects British  

/ ɪˈfɛkts /

plural noun

1. Also called: personal effects.  personal property or belongings

2. lighting, sounds, etc, to accompany and enhance a stage, film, or broadcast production

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Related Words

See property.

Etymology

Origin of effects

Plural of effect

Example Sentences

"The broader effects of trade policy changes may only become apparent with a significant lag," the report concluded, noting policy uncertainty and the difficulty of finding alternate suppliers.

From BBC

Similarly, a recent survey of small and midsize firms by Revenued found that 67% reported adverse effects of tariffs through higher costs of goods and materials, as well as supply delays.

From MarketWatch

I mean, it took us a while, you know, with special effects and our hair and makeup and wig and costumes.

From Los Angeles Times

“And there are all sorts of side effects of that because now new entities have to handle yuan balances in Chinese banks, and that may generate demand for Chinese T-bills or holding gold in China.”

From Barron's

Others cite potential negative effects of excessive smartphone use and phone notifications on sleep and brain development.

From The Wall Street Journal