Aftereffect — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun /ˈaf-tər-ə-ˌfekt/ af·ter·ef·fect

Meaning & Definition of Aftereffect

Aftereffect (noun)

  1. an effect that follows its cause after an interval

Aftereffect (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. a condition or occurrence traceable to a cause

    "in the U.S. slavery was abolished in 1865, but its aftereffects remained keenly felt long afterwards"

    similar: aftermath, backwash, child, conclusion, consequence, corollary, development, effect, fate, fruit, issue, outcome, outgrowth, precipitate, product, result, resultant, sequel, sequence, upshot, matter of course
    related: ramification, denouement, echo, implication, repercussion, afterclap, afterglow, aftershock, blowback, by-product, fallout, offshoot, ripple, side effect, spin-off
    opposite: antecedent, causation, cause, occasion, reason
    near: consideration, determinant, factor, base, basis, foundation, ground, groundwork, impetus, incentive, inspiration, instigation, stimulus, mother, origin, root, source, spring

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Aftereffect

The most common words with a similar meaning to Aftereffect:

aftermath, backwash, child, conclusion, consequence, corollary, development, effect, fate, fruit, issue, outcome, outgrowth, precipitate, product, result, resultant, sequel, sequence, upshot, matter of course

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Aftereffect

Words with the opposite meaning of Aftereffect:

antecedent, causation, cause, occasion, reason

Related Words for Aftereffect

ramification, denouement, echo, implication, repercussion, afterclap, afterglow, aftershock, blowback, by-product, fallout, offshoot, ripple, side effect, spin-off

Near Antonyms of Aftereffect

consideration, determinant, factor, base, basis, foundation, ground, groundwork, impetus, incentive, inspiration, instigation, stimulus, mother, origin, root, source, spring

Origin & Etymology of Aftereffect

after- + effect:1

First known use: 1656

Frequently Asked Questions about Aftereffect

What does "Aftereffect" mean?

"Aftereffect" means an effect that follows its cause after an interval. As a noun, it is defined as: an effect that follows its cause after an interval.

What is another word for "Aftereffect"?

Other words for "Aftereffect" include aftermath, backwash, child, conclusion, consequence, corollary, development and effect. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Aftereffect" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Aftereffect"?

There are 36 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Aftereffect". Common alternatives include aftermath, backwash, child, conclusion, consequence, corollary, development, effect, fate and fruit.

What is the opposite of "Aftereffect"?

Antonyms of "Aftereffect" include antecedent, causation, cause, occasion and reason. Near antonyms include consideration, determinant, factor and base.

How do you use "Aftereffect" in a sentence?

Examples of "Aftereffect" in a sentence: "in the U.S. slavery was abolished in 1865, but its aftereffects remained keenly felt long afterwards".

Is "Aftereffect" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Aftereffect" is a noun.

How do you pronounce "Aftereffect"?

"Aftereffect" is pronounced /ˈaf-tər-ə-ˌfekt/ and divided into syllables as af·ter·ef·fect.

What is the origin of the word "Aftereffect"?

"Aftereffect" comes from after- + effect:1. First known use: 1656.