Synonyms of in effect
15 similar words
Another word for in effect is standing. Other synonyms of in effect are effectively, at bottom, at heart, au fond and basically.
Synonyms and similar words for in effect
adjectiveOperating or functioning; in force; in play.
adverbFor all practical purposes; in practice; actually; essentially; basically.
- effectivelyEssentially, in effect, for all practical purposes.
- at bottomReally, basically, fundamentally.
- at heart
- au fondDeep down, in the end.
- basically
- by definition
- deep downFundamentally; in essence; in reality; as part of an honest appraisal.
- essentiallyIn essence: by nature.
- fundamentallyIn a fundamental or basic sense; reaching the very core of the matter.
- in essence
- in the end
- in the final analysisAll things considered; when all is said and done; in conclusion, basically and fundamentally.
- substantially
- ultimatelyIndicating the most important action.
Meaning of in effect
- adjective Operating or functioning; in force; in play.
- adverb For all practical purposes; in practice; actually; essentially; basically.
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Questions about synonyms of in effect
- What is another word for in effect?
- In effect has 15 synonyms on Word.ws, such as standing, effectively, at bottom, at heart, au fond, basically, by definition and deep down.
- What does in effect mean?
- In effect means operating or functioning; in force; in play.
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