| abracadabra |
a nonsense word thought to produce a magical effect such as the warding off of disaster or disease. [1/2 definitions] |
| acetanilide |
a white crystalline organic powder produced by the effect of acetic acid on aniline and used to relieve pain and fever. |
| act |
to produce an effect. [1/14 definitions] |
| action |
effect. [1/8 definitions] |
| active |
currently operating, in process, or in effect. [2/7 definitions] |
| aftereffect |
an effect that follows its cause after some period of time, such as a delayed effect caused by a medicine or exposure to chemicals. |
| alcohol |
a clear liquid made from certain grains and fruits that has an effect on a person's mind and physical ability. Alcohol is in drinks such as beer and wine. It is also used to make some kinds of medicine. [1/2 definitions] |
| anacoluthon |
a sudden shift within a sentence from one grammatical structure to another, esp. when done for rhetorical effect. |
| a posteriori |
proceeding from effect to cause or from observed particular instances to a generalization; inductive. (Cf. a priori.) [1/2 definitions] |
| apply |
to put into effect or action. [1/6 definitions] |
| a priori |
proceeding from cause to effect or from the general to the particular; deductive. [1/3 definitions] |
| artifact |
in scientific investigation, a spurious result or effect caused by the introduction of unintended elements or variables. [1/2 definitions] |
| astringent |
having the effect of drawing together, esp. of contracting body tissues so as to stop secretions or bleeding; styptic. [1/4 definitions] |
| attenuate |
to make less in quantity, quality, or effect; weaken. [1/4 definitions] |
| beneficial |
having a good or favorable effect; helpful. |
| best |
with the most success or effect. [1/6 definitions] |
| bite |
corrosive effect. [1/19 definitions] |
| bland |
gentle in effect, as nonirritating foods or nonstimulating medicines. [1/3 definitions] |
| blunt |
to lessen or weaken the force or effect of. [1/5 definitions] |
| break |
to soften the effect of. [1/19 definitions] |
| bring into play |
to put into motion or effect. |