Meaning of 'affect'

noun

the conscious subjective aspect of feeling or emotion

verb

to act physically on

Example: "This new pill affects me negatively."

verb

to have an effect upon or make a difference on something

Example: "Will the new rules affect me?"

Synonyms: touch

verb

to make believe with the intent to deceive

Example: "The serial killer affected a limp to come across more harmless."

Synonyms: sham

verb

to have an emotional or cognitive impact upon

Example: "Your decision affects me very much."

Synonyms: strike

verb

to connect closely and often incriminatingly

Example: "This new ruling affects your business."

Synonyms: regard