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Affect/Effect. MOST COMMON USES: Affect as a verb means influence. How do greenhouse gases affect global warming? Effect as a noun means result. The effect of the gunshot wound was fatal. These are the way these words are used ALMOST all the time, but…. Affect/Effect.
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Affect/Effect MOST COMMON USES: • Affect as a verb means influence. How do greenhouse gases affect global warming? • Effect as a noun means result. The effect of the gunshot wound was fatal. These are the way these words are used ALMOST all the time, but…
Affect/Effect …Sometimes these words switch roles. These uses are far less common. • Affect can be a noun – It’s psychological term meaning the mood someone appears to have. She displayed a happy affect. • Effect can be a verb – It means to bring about, to accomplish. How can you effect change in your school?