Andyw12345 wrote: Hi everybody, Please could somebody explain (in as simple terms as possible) what the difference between effect and affect is and when you would use each. Thanks in advance - this really is a fantastic site. USAGE

The 99% Rule for Effect and Affect 99% of the time effect is a noun, and affect is a verb (have an effect on, influence). If the question is "Should I use effect or affect ?" the answer is given by the 99% rule 99% of the time. And

affect means 'to act upon or have an influence on' If you affect something, you do to it. effect means 'to bring about or create' If you effect something, you cause it to be. Advertising might affect the sales of cars (by causing them

hi friend, affect is a verb but effect is noun

"Effect" is a noun, whereas "affect" is a verb. For example: Mary's denial had no EFFECT on Bob's suspicions. Stress can AFFECT Bob's ability to think clearly. To "raise" is to lift or elevate something other than youself, while to

What is the difference between effect and affect or inquire and enquire? I really don't know. My history teacher tried to explain the first one to me, but I don't think she succeeded much. Is it just that effect is the noun and affect is the

Hi folks, I really love this site, it reminds me of the apostrophe protection society blog. Very interesting! Anyway, I believe there is a very simple method to differentiate between effect and affect. When used as nouns, the difference