affects
af-fects
noun
Observable manifestations of a person's emotional state.
"Her affects were flat and unresponsive."
verb
To stir someone's feelings or emotions deeply.
"Her sad story affects me deeply."
verb
To have an impact or influence upon something.
"The weather affects our mood greatly."
verb
To adopt or assume a manner or quality artificially.
"He affects an air of sophistication."
Thesaurus
Synonyms: impact, touch on, bear on, bear upon, touch, regard, involve, strike, impress, move, pretend, sham