take effect
The phrase “take effect” has 3 syllables: take ef-fect.
It's pronounced as /teɪk ɪˈfɛkt/.
What is synonym and antonym for take effect?
In the thesaurus, “take effect” has 5 synonyms and 1 antonym.
Here are synonyms and antonyms for take effect along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for take effect
- act
- operate
- perform
- take
- work
Antonyms for take effect
Meanings of take effect
- verb
- (of a drug, etc.) to become active; to become effective.
- (of a law, etc.) to come into force, to come into effect, to inure.
Example Sentences
- The medication should take effect within 30 minutes.
- It might take a few days for the new policy to take effect across all departments.
- The changes to the tax law will take effect at the beginning of the next fiscal year.
- After the rain stops, the repairs to the roof will take effect to prevent any further leaks.
- The caffeine from the coffee began to take effect, and she felt more alert.
On this page you'll find 6 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to take effect, such as: act, backfire, operate, perform, take, work.
Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.
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