Sorry, but my grammar isn't the best. I'm writing something but do not know whether to use "effect" or "affect"...here is the sentence "I hope this doesn't ______ your decision...."
Thanks for your help!
2006-10-22 07:51:58 · 16 answers · asked by Led*Zep*Babe 5 in Education & Reference ➔ Homework Help
it's affect.
2006-10-22 07:54:21 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Affect is the answer.
Usage: Effect and affect are often confused because of their similar spelling and pronunciation. The verb "affect" usually has to do with pretense
Good Luck!!!
2006-10-22 08:04:45 · answer #2 · answered by jezzabelley 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Affect.
Affect Vs. Effect
Affect and effect are two words that are commonly confused.
"Affect" is usually a verb meaning "to influence".
The drug did not affect the disease.
"Effect" is usually a noun meaning "result".
The drug has many adverse side effects.
"Effect" can also be used as a verb meaning "to bring about".
The present government effected many positive changes.
A good way to remember is "cause and effect" Effect is the result of the cause.
2006-10-22 07:54:56 · answer #3 · answered by misskate12001 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It's "affect" for your sentence.
Affect can be a verb: to change or have an impact upon ("I hope this doesn't AFFECT your decision.")
Affect can be a noun: the outward appearance of a person's psychological state ("The depressed patient has a restricted or flat AFFECT.")
Effect can be a verb: to bring about ("The legislation was expected to EFFECT major changes in voting procedures.")
Effect can be a noun: the end result of an action (The EFFECT of the legislation was to bring out major changes in voting procedures.")
2006-10-22 07:59:31 · answer #4 · answered by doctorgrrl 1 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Affect
2006-10-22 07:53:35 · answer #5 · answered by JaMoke 4 · 1⤊ 1⤋
affect: to act on; produce an effect or change in: Cold weather affected the crops. (VERB)
Effect: something that is produced by an agency or cause; result; consequence: Exposure to the sun had the effect of toughening his skin. (NOUN)
You should use affect as a verb
2006-10-22 07:56:02 · answer #6 · answered by rene 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Affect is used when a verb is required, as in your example. Effect would be the noun form, i.e. "...had no effect on your decision"
2006-10-22 07:55:20 · answer #7 · answered by dr schmitty 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
affect
"Affect" is the verb meaning to have importance to, and effect is a noun meaning the result of something.
2006-10-22 07:59:26 · answer #8 · answered by nido_tr3s 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Affect. That's the verb. "Effect" is the noun.
2006-10-22 07:53:51 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
It is effect, "effect" means to...change or alter. Affect has to do with feelings/emotions.
2006-10-22 08:02:45 · answer #10 · answered by Jake 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
You should use "affect" because it is a verb. "Effect" is a noun.
2006-10-22 07:55:20 · answer #11 · answered by mudcat_mom 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋