cumulative effect

noun

: an effect produced by something happening over a long period of time

the cumulative effect(s) of smoking on the body

Examples of cumulative effect in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

In any event, the cumulative effect of concurrent disasters should not be taken lightly. — Justin Worland, Time, 18 July 2026

The difference between annual inflation and the cumulative effect of inflation over multiple years can create a disconnect, economists say, understating inflation’s impact on consumers. — Daniel De Visé, USA Today, 15 July 2026

The cumulative effect may be a quiet erosion of community at the moment individuals need it most. — Wes Moss, Forbes.com, 10 July 2026

But the cumulative effect of these recent changes is an erosion of public understanding—and potentially of good policy making. — Will Gottsegen, The Atlantic, 9 July 2026

Rhymes for cumulative effect

• affect
• aspect
• bedecked
• bisect
• collect
• connect
• correct
• deflect
• detect
• direct
• dissect
• eject