in effect Meaning, Definition & Usage

  1. adjective satellite exerting force or influence
    in force; good; effective.
    • the law is effective immediately
    • a warranty good for two years
    • the law is already in effect (or in force)
  2. adverb in actuality or reality or fact
    effectively.
    • she is effectively his wife
    • in effect, they had no choice

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