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

Were my tears simply the cumulative effect of relaxation, beauty, and time in unusually close quarters with strangers encouraged to be vulnerable? — Charley Ward, Condé Nast Traveler, 12 Aug. 2026

These seemingly modest improvements can have a cumulative effect over time. — Wyles Daniel, USA Today, 6 Aug. 2026

The cumulative effect of consistent, relevant experiences is what can move a consumer from awareness to preference and eventually advocacy. — Jeff Fromm, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2026

While idling is intermittent and usually of short duration, estimates of the cumulative effect are staggering. — Richard Marcantonio, The Conversation, 31 July 2026

Rhymes for cumulative effect

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