Affecta (en. Affected)

/a.fɛk.ta/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
noun
Affective state of a person, often linked to deep feelings.
His affect was palpable in his gestures.
Son affecta était palpable dans ses gestes.
Emotion that influences behavior.
The affect of sadness prevented him from enjoying the party.
L'affecta de la tristesse l'a empêché de profiter de la fête.
verb
To have an emotional influence on someone.
This melody deeply affects the listeners.
Cette mélodie affecte profondément les auditeurs.
To feel touched by an event or situation.
He was affected by the news of his departure.
Il s'affecta de la nouvelle de son départ.

Etymology

Derived from the Latin 'affectus', meaning affected or touched.

Common Phrases and Expressions

deep affect
A very intense emotional state.
affecta profonde
visible affect
A clearly perceptible emotion.
affecta visible
positive affect
An emotional state that brings about joy.
affecta positive

Related Words

affective
Related to emotions.
affectif
affection
Tender feeling towards someone.
affection
affectation
The habit of showing sometimes exaggerated emotions.
affectation

Slang Meanings

To be in an intense emotional state.
He has been in affect mode since he saw that video.
Il est en mode affecta depuis qu'il a vu cette vidéo.
To be touched or affected by something.
She was really affected by his speech.
Elle a vraiment été affectée par son discours.