Definition of AFTEREFFECT

aftereffect

Meanings

Plural: aftereffects

Noun

  • any result that follows its cause after an interval
  • a delayed effect of a drug or therapy
    • "the drug had unexpected aftereffects"
  • Any delayed effect; an effect which is not immediately manifested.

Origin / Etymology

From after- + effect.

Scrabble Score: 22

aftereffect is a valid Scrabble (US) TWL word
aftereffect is a valid Scrabble Word in Merriam-Webster MW Dictionary
aftereffect is a valid Scrabble Word in International Collins CSW Dictionary

Words With Friends Score: 23

aftereffect is a valid Words With Friends word