consequence consequence /ˈkɑːnsəkwəns/

noun

1. () 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
   
2. () 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.
   
3. () 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