效应
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Meaning: effect
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效应
效应 refers to an effect or result, often used in scientific, social, or psychological contexts. It describes the outcome or influence of a particular action, event, or condition.
The character 效 (xiào) originally meant 'to imitate' or 'to emulate,' and later came to mean 'effect' or 'result.' The character 应 (yīng) means 'to respond' or 'to correspond.' Together, they convey the idea of a reaction or consequence resulting from something.
效应 is commonly used in fields such as physics, economics, and psychology. For example, it can describe the placebo effect, the butterfly effect, or the economic impact of a policy. Understanding this term helps learners grasp how outcomes are connected to causes in various contexts.
Example Sentences
这个实验显示了温度变化对材料的效应。
The positive effect of advertising helps increase brand awareness.
广告的正面效应有助于提升品牌知名度。