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consequence
consequence
/ˈkɑːnsəkwəns/
noun
(
)
A phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon
(
event
,
issue
,
upshot
,
consequence
,
effect
,
outcome
,
result
)
a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon
The magnetic effect was greater when the rod was lengthwise
the magnetic effect was greater when the rod was lengthwise
His decision had depressing consequences for business
his decision had depressing consequences for business
He acted very wise after the event
he acted very wise after the event
(
)
The outcome of an event especially as relative to an individual
(
aftermath
,
consequence
)
the outcome of an event especially as relative to an individual
The consequence of their actions led to unexpected outcomes.
The consequence of their actions led to unexpected outcomes.
(
)
Having important effects or influence
(
import
,
moment
,
consequence
)
having important effects or influence
Decisions of great consequence are made by the president himself
decisions of great consequence are made by the president himself
Virtue is of more moment than security
virtue is of more moment than security
That result is of no consequence
that result is of no consequence
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