affect
af-fect
verb
To have an impact or influence on something or someone.
"The rain will affect our outdoor plans."
verb
To adopt or assume a particular manner, feeling, or style.
"He affected a posh accent."
noun
The observable expression of emotion, feeling, or mood.
"Her affect was flat and unresponsive."
Thesaurus
Synonyms: impact, touch on, bear on, bear upon, touch, regard, involve, strike, impress, move, pretend, sham