an accurate idea or a clear picture of something e.g. It's easier to get an accurate idea of someone's personality once you're chatting.

the effects - somethign caused by something else the effects of alcohol an idea of - a concept - a thought - knowledge Give me an idea of how buig this sign will be' Oh, really BIG! accurate - not inaccurate - precise, clear, detailed, close to correct, often quantitative His shoooting was accurate, always on target. His delivery of the piece of music was accurate, but unfeeling an accurate idea of the effects A close to correct - concept, thought, knowledge - of the effects of .... something . A: Give me an accurate idea of the effect of this payment on your life. B: I will be able to send my children to school but not live lavishly. A: Give me an accurate idea of the effect of this answer on your life. B: It is inconsequential. I shall note it and move on, either way.