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Plural
aftereffects
1
an effect that results from an action or event
- The aftereffect of the earthquake was widespread power outages across the city.
- The medication had several side effects, including a lingering aftereffect of fatigue.
- The team's victory had a positive aftereffect on their morale and future performance.
- The financial crisis left an economic aftereffect that took years to recover from.
- The dramatic policy change had an unexpected aftereffect on the company's employee turnover.
2
an unexpected and mostly unpleasant effect of taking a drug, undergoing a medical treatment or procedure, etc.
An aftereffect refers to a delayed or secondary response that occurs after a treatment, procedure, or illness. It often appears as a lasting or long-term consequence that occurs after the initial effect has decreased. For example, after undergoing surgery, an individual might experience aftereffects such as lasting pain or changes in movement abilities that continues beyond the immediate recovery period.