After-effect
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: After-effect is a noun meaning An effect; especially, one that is experienced only after a delay, or only in the long term.
Meaning
An effect; especially, one that is experienced only after a delay, or only in the long term.
Example Sentences
It all went wrong for England in those chaotic final moments but until Poland's late surge they had once again shown they are developing and have not suffered too many after-effects from the Euro 2020 final loss to Italy on penalties.
Word Forms
- after-effects
- aftereffect
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include aftereffects, aftershocks, consequences, effects, impacts, implications.
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