Definitions
There are 6 meanings of the word
Affects.
Affects - as a noun
The conscious subjective aspect of feeling or emotion
Affects - as a verb
Have an effect upon
Example: "Will the new rules affect me?"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
bear onbear uponimpact12touch10touch onHypernyms (Closely Related)
alter5change12modify15Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Act physically on; have an effect upon
Example: "The medicine affects my heart rate"
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
alter5change12modify15Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Connect closely and often incriminatingly
Example: "This new ruling affects your business"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
involve13regard8Hypernyms (Closely Related)
bear oncome toconcern11have to do withpertain9refer8relate6touch10touch onHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Make believe with the intent to deceive
Example: "He feigned that he was ill"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
dissemble14feign9pretend10sham9Hypernyms (Closely Related)
belie7misrepresent16Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"The noise from the construction site affects my ability to concentrate."
"Lack of sleep greatly affects my mood."
"The new tax law affects all businesses in the country."
"Stress affects your overall health."
"The food we eat affects our energy levels."
Word Game Points
Is AFFECTS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, affects is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
AFFECTS has a SCRABBLE points total of 15.
Is AFFECTS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, affects is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordAFFECTS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 16.
Is AFFECTS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, affects is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordAFFECTS has a WORDFEUD points total of 16.
