Effects

Definition

The consequences or outcomes that result from an action, event, or substance.

Related terms

Side effects: Unintended and often undesirable effects that occur in addition to the desired therapeutic effects of a drug.

Placebo effect: A phenomenon where a person experiences benefits from a treatment due to their belief in its effectiveness, even if it has no active ingredients.

Cumulative effect: The gradual build-up of the impact or influence of something over time.