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Originally Posted by Mattyk72
I always get effect and affect mixed up.
I'd love to know the difference and when to use which one.
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OCTOBER 2003 GRAMMAR RULES!
"Affect Versus Effect," by Paula Marie Bentley, Editor-in-Chief
Affect means to influence.
Example: “The rain affected our day.”
Effect means to bring about some kind of result.
“Rain is the effect of moisture in the clouds.”
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.