Overview of adj in_effect

The adj in effect has 1 sense

• effective, good, in effect, in force -- (exerting force or influence; "the law is effective immediately"; "a warranty good for two years"; "the law is already in effect (or in force)")

Overview of adv in_effect

The adv in effect has 1 sense

• effectively, in effect -- (in actuality or reality or fact; "she is effectively his wife"; "in effect, they had no choice")