Word
affected
Phoneticsaf·fect·ed, stress on the second syllable
US/əˈfɛktɪd/
UK/ɐfˈɛktɪd/
Definitions
01changed or influenced
B2 · Upper Intermediate
adj. changed or influenced by something else, often in a negative way.
adj. influenced, changed, or impacted by an external factor, frequently used in medical or environmental contexts.
“The areas affected by the flood are still without electricity.”
“The regions most severely affected by the drought have seen a significant decline in agricultural output over the last three fiscal quarters.”
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02artificial or fake
C1 · Advanced Formal
adj. acting in a way that is not natural or sincere, usually to impress people.
adj. artificial, pretentious, or designed to impress; describing behavior or speech that lacks genuineness.
“He spoke with an affected accent that made him sound like he was from another country.”
“Her affected mannerisms and constant name-dropping made it difficult for her colleagues to engage with her on a professional level.”
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03emotionally moved
C1 · Advanced Literary
adj. feeling strong emotions because of something you have seen or heard.
adj. emotionally moved or touched by a particular experience or piece of information.
“She was deeply affected by the sad news of her friend's accident.”
“The audience was visibly affected by the soloist's haunting performance, remaining in silence for several moments after the final note.”
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04a person impacted
C2 · Proficiency Countable noun Formal · Technical
n. a person who has been hurt or changed by something like a disease or a disaster.
n. a person who is impacted by a specific condition, disaster, or disease; often used in the plural.
“The government is providing extra support for the affected of the earthquake.”
“The clinical trial focused on the long-term recovery of the affected, specifically those who had exhibited symptoms for more than six months.”
Real-World Examples
“Heatwaves have particularly affected France, Spain, Greece and the Balkans this summer.” “It said hospitality and retail companies, many of which rely heavily on zero hours workers, would be most affected by the change.” “Large parts of the Iberian Peninsula also sweltered, with around 25 million people affected in Spain.” “Cauliflower is one of the most affected vegetables in hot weather because it needs lots of water.” - Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.B2 FirstIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.5.5–6.5TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 4.0–4.572–94TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.785–944
- Frequency
- Common
- Level
- B2 · Upper Intermediate
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