Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

affected

adjective
/əˈfɛktɪd/
Definition
Influenced or touched by something.
Examples
  • The community was greatly affected by the recent storm.
  • Her mood was affected by the news she received.
  • He spoke in an affected tone that seemed insincere.
Meaning
When something is affected, it experiences a change or impact due to an external force or factor.
Synonyms
  • influenced
  • impacted
  • changed
  • touched
  • modified