Affect vs. Effect

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#102844 Wed, 25 May 05 09:28 PM

What is the difference between these two words (affect vs. effect)? What is an easy way to remember their meanings?

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CalifJim

#102916 Thu, 26 May 05 05:10 AM

"affect" is a verb.
"effect" is a noun.

That covers 99% of the cases.

CJ

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Effect vs. Affect
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paco2004

#102922 Thu, 26 May 05 05:29 AM

A simple way to understand the difference of the two words (as verbs),

[1] "effect X" = "make a good result (= X)"
(EX) This drug will effect relief of pain.
[2] "affect X" = "bring bad results to X"
(EX) This drug will affect your health.

paco

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