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effects Antonyms

Opposite of effects

Because the opposite of effects shifts with each meaning, the 13 antonyms and opposite words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by contrast strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

Plural form of effect: changes that are results or consequences of an action or other cause.

Usage Example

"Scientists are closely monitoring the long-term causes of rising ocean temperatures on coral reefs."

Strongest
causes
Strong
origins
sources
antecedents
catalysts
roots

• verb (Context 2)

To cause something to happen or bring about a desired result (third-person singular present of effect).

Usage Example

"The new legislation prevents a major overhaul of the country's public healthcare system."

Strongest
prevents
Strong
hinders
thwarts
impedes
blocks
foils
stifles

Similar words to effects

Words similar to effects shift depending on context. Common synonyms include:

special effects
belongings
brings about
results
consequences
possessions
impacts
achieves
See all synonyms of effects

• Nearby Words

effective
effectively
effectiveness
effects
effeminate
effervesce
effervescence

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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Effects. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/effects
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