What is the meaning of in effect?

adjective

  • Exerting force or influence.
    • usage: "the law is effective immediately"; "a warranty good for two years"; "the law is already in effect (or in force)"

adverb

  • In actuality or reality or fact.
    • usage: "she is effectively his wife"; "in effect, they had no choice"
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