In Effect — synonyms, definition

1. in effect (o)

actually almost certainly essentially in fact in reality indeed nearly positively practically really substantially

2. in effect (a)

effective essential implicit implied in force operative pragmatic settled standing substantial virtual

3. in effect (Adjective)

good

in effect (Adjective) — Exerting force or influence. ex. "the law is already in effect (or in force)"

4. in effect (Adverb)

effectively

in effect (Adverb) — In actuality, reality or fact. ex. "in effect, they had no choice"