1. effects that occur or remain after the primary action, event, or cause has ended
Usage: usually plural

Examples

• The aftereffects of the medication made her feel drowsy for hours.
• Scientists are studying the long-term aftereffects of the oil spill on marine life.
• He experienced serious aftereffects from the concussion.
• The aftereffects of the economic crisis lasted for years.
• She dealt with the emotional aftereffects of the accident.
• The aftereffects of the storm included widespread power outages.
• Doctors warned patients about possible aftereffects of the surgery.