aftereffect — An effect that follows after the primary action has ended. A secondary result occurring some time after its cause.
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: An effect that follows after the primary action has ended. A secondary result occurring some time after its cause.
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈæftɚɪˌfɛkt/
Example Sentences
- The aftereffect of staying up all night was that I fell asleep in my soup at lunch.
- Scientists are studying the aftereffects of the new vaccine to ensure its safety.
- The aftereffect of eating too much spicy food was three hours of regret and antacids.
aftereffect
NOUN[/ˈæftɚɪˌfɛkt/]
An effect that follows after the primary action has ended. A secondary result occurring some time after its cause.
An effect that follows after the primary action has ended. A secondary result occurring some time after its cause.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
A compound word formed from the Old English 'æfter' meaning 'behind in time' and the Latin 'effectus' meaning 'accomplishment or result'. The term emerged to describe secondary consequences that occur following a primary event or cause.
Breakdown
after- (following in time) + effect (result or consequence from Latin efficere 'to bring about')
🎵Rhyme
📝Examples
“The aftereffect of staying up all night was that I fell asleep in my soup at lunch.”
“Scientists are studying the aftereffects of the new vaccine to ensure its safety.”
“The aftereffect of eating too much spicy food was three hours of regret and antacids.”
“The psychological aftereffects of the accident lasted for months.”
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