Synonyms of taken effect

taken effect

phrase

past participle of take effect

as in worked

to produce a desired effect

You'll feel better once the medication takes effect.

Synonyms & Similar Words

• worked
• performed
• taken
• operated
• taken hold
• acted
• resulted
• affected
• responded
• reacted
• behaved
• influenced
• swayed
• panned out
• redounded

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• backfired
• fizzled

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of taken effect

New CalFresh work-reporting requirements also had taken effect for some adults without children or other dependents. — JosÉ Luis Villegas, Sacbee.com, 2 Oct. 2026

The court ruled that the referendum petition was legal, sufficient, and timely, meaning the new map had not taken effect and that the 2022 congressional map remained in force. — Rena Rowe, The Washington Examiner, 5 Sep. 2026

Now, 50% levies on $20 billion worth of Canadian goods have taken effect. — Elisabeth Buchwald, CNN Money, 21 Aug. 2026

The ban has not yet taken effect but will after a second reading at the city council’s September meeting. — Moná Thomas, PEOPLE, 14 Aug. 2026