Synonyms of take effect

take effect

phrase

as in work

to produce a desired effect

You'll feel better once the medication takes effect.

Synonyms & Similar Words

• work
• perform
• operate
• take
• act
• react
• take hold
• result
• respond
• affect
• behave
• influence
• pan out
• sway
• redound

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• backfire
• fizzle

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of take effect

The rule takes effect immediately, even as the agency collects public comments. — Ximena Bustillo, NPR, 30 July 2026

The announcement comes a month after the Recording Academy announced the first Best Asian Pop Music Performance category, part of a slate of five new nominations meant to take effect during the 69th Grammys on February 7, 2027. — Kiana Mickles, Pitchfork, 29 July 2026

Minnesota’s law—which is due to take effect August 1—threatens firms like xAI with fines of up to $500,000 for every single harmful output discovered in the state. — Ashley Belanger, ArsTechnica, 29 July 2026

The law is set to take effect this weekend after the Minnesota House passed the bill 132-1 and the Minnesota Senate 65-0 during the 2026 legislative session. — Emily Hallas, The Washington Examiner, 29 July 2026