How Do You Spell AFFECTED?

Pronunciation: [ɐfˈɛktɪd] (IPA)

Affected (/əˈfɛktɪd/) is a word used to describe a person or thing that has been influenced or impacted by something. The spelling of the word is a result of the English language's complex history, where various languages and their spelling rules were incorporated. The first syllable of affected is pronounced with the schwa sound (/ə/), followed by the "f" sound (/f/) and "ekt" (/ɛkt/) sound, and ends with the "id" (/ɪd/) sound, making it a multisyllabic word.

AFFECTED Meaning and Definition

1. The term "affected" can be utilized as both an adjective and a verb, with divergent meanings in each context. As an adjective, "affected" refers to a person's behavior or speech that is artificial, exaggerated, or pretentious, often with the intention of appearing more sophisticated or important than one actually is. It implies a deliberate attempt to impress or gain attention, often lacking sincerity or genuineness. In this sense, someone who speaks with an affected accent or mannerisms is intentionally altering their natural way of speaking or behaving.

   Alternatively, "affected" can be used as a past participle of the verb "affect." As a verb, "to affect" refers to an action or influence that has an impact on someone or something, leading to a change, usually emotionally or mentally. It pertains to how a person is moved or influenced by external factors, such as events, experiences, or people. For instance, a tragic event may affect someone deeply, causing emotional distress or changes in behavior.

   In both cases, whether used as an adjective or a verb, "affected" implies a degree of alteration or influence. However, its connotation shifts depending on the context. As an adjective, "affected" suggests an artificial or pretentious demeanor, while as a verb, "to affect" indicates an impact or influence on someone's emotional state or behavior.

2. • In alg., consisting of different powers of the unknown quantity.

   • Assumed; not natural.

   Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.

Top Common Misspellings for AFFECTED *

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* The statistics data for these misspellings percentages are collected from over 15,411,110 spell check sessions on www.spellchecker.net from Jan 2010 - Jun 2012.

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Etymology of AFFECTED

The word "affected" has its etymology rooted in the Latin word "affectus", which is the past participle of the verb "afficere". "Afficere" translates to "to do something to" or "to influence". Over time, this Latin root contributed to the development of the English word "affected", which originally meant "to have an effect on" or "to stir up emotions". It later also acquired the meaning of behaving in an artificial or pretentious manner, which is the primary modern sense of the word.

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Conjugate verb Affected

CONDITIONAL

I would affect

we would affect

you would affect

he/she/it would affect

they would affect

FUTURE

I will affect

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FUTURE PERFECT

I will have affected

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PAST

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PAST PERFECT

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PRESENT

I affect

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PRESENT PERFECT

I have affected

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I am affecting

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