Climate change affects every aspect of our lives.
Climate change affects every aspect of our lives.
English
affect
əˈfekt, əˈfɛkt, ˈæ.fɛkt
Meaning: to influence; to cause a change in
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Verb inflections
| Form | Inflected form |
|---|---|
| Base | affect |
| 3rd person singular present | affects |
| Present participle | affecting |
| Past | affected |
| Will future | will affect |
| Going-to future | going to affect |
| Imperative negative | don't affect / do not affect |
Example sentences
The news will affect his decision.
The news will affect his decision.
The local government provided financial assistance to the families affected by the flood.
The local government provided financial assistance to the families affected by the flood.
Stress can affect your hormone levels.
Stress can affect your hormone levels.
The government took swift action to help the people affected by the flood.
The government took swift action to help the people affected by the flood.
Usage Notes
Commonly used to describe how external factors like weather, news, or health conditions impact someone or something.
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