Consequence: meaning, definitions and examples

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consequence

 

[ ˈkɒnsɪkwəns ]

Context #1 | Noun

result of an action

Consequence refers to the result or outcome of an action, decision, or event. It is the effect that follows from a particular cause.

Synonyms

effect, outcome, result

Examples of usage

  • The consequence of not studying for the exam was failing it.
  • The consequence of his reckless driving was a severe accident.
Context #2 | Noun

importance

Consequence can also refer to the importance or significance of something. It denotes the level of importance or influence that a particular action or event has.

Synonyms

impact, importance, significance

Examples of usage

  • The consequence of the decision will impact the entire company.
  • She understood the consequence of her actions and took responsibility.

Translations

Translations of the word "consequence" in other languages:

🇵🇹 consequência

🇮🇳 परिणाम

🇩🇪 Folge

🇮🇩 konsekuensi

🇺🇦 наслідок

🇵🇱 konsekwencja

🇯🇵 結果 (けっか)

🇫🇷 conséquence

🇪🇸 consecuencia

🇹🇷 sonuç

🇰🇷 결과 (gyeolgwa)

🇸🇦 نتيجة

🇨🇿 důsledek

🇸🇰 dôsledok

🇨🇳 结果 (jiéguǒ)

🇸🇮 posledica

🇮🇸 afleiðing

🇰🇿 салдар

🇬🇪 შედეგი

🇦🇿 nəticə

🇲🇽 consecuencia

Etymology

The word 'consequence' originated from the Latin word 'consequi', which means 'to follow after'. It entered the English language in the late 14th century. Over time, 'consequence' has evolved to encompass various meanings related to results, importance, and significance.

Word Frequency Rank

This word ranks #1,746, placing it within important intermediate vocabulary. Learning it will significantly improve your ability to express yourself in English.