effects

[ih-fekts]

plural noun

1. goods; movables; personal property.

effects

/ 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

Word History and Origins

Origin of effects¹

Plural of effect

Synonym Study

See property.

Example Sentences

Rather filed an unsuccessful $70 million lawsuit against the network, and in the years that followed, he delivered a series of prescient warnings about the chilling effects of political appeasement.

From Salon

The loss of that water resource has knock-on effects for all those who rely on glaciers - for irrigation, drinking, hydropower and even shipping traffic.

From BBC

Directed by Burgess Meredith, who also plays a murder suspect, it adds a thrilling chase up the actual Eiffel Tower, no special effects required.

From Los Angeles Times

There are a wide range of side effects associated with temozolomide including muscle weakness, memory issues and, in rare cases, secondary cancers and liver damage.

From BBC

However, effects may be seen when it comes to federal grant programs that support fire prevention work in the state.

From Los Angeles Times