Repercussions: meaning, definitions and examples
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repercussions
[ ˌriː.pəˈkʌʃ.ənz ]
of consequences
Repercussions refer to the unintended consequences or results of an action, decision, or event. These consequences can be far-reaching and have a significant impact on various aspects of life.
Synonyms
consequences, effects, impact, ramifications
Examples of usage
- The repercussions of the economic crisis were felt globally.
- She was not prepared for the repercussions of her actions.
- The decision had serious repercussions for the company.
- The repercussions of the pandemic are still being felt.
- The scandal had far-reaching repercussions.
Translations
Translations of the word "repercussions" in other languages:
🇵🇹 repercussões
🇮🇳 परिणाम
🇩🇪 Folgen
🇮🇩 dampak
🇺🇦 наслідки
🇵🇱 konsekwencje
🇯🇵 影響
🇫🇷 répercussions
🇪🇸 repercusiones
🇹🇷 yansımalar
🇰🇷 여파
🇸🇦 تداعيات
🇨🇿 důsledky
🇸🇰 dôsledky
🇨🇳 影响
🇸🇮 posledice
🇮🇸 afleiðingar
🇰🇿 салдары
🇬🇪 მოვლენები
🇦🇿 nəticələr
🇲🇽 repercusiones
Word origin
The word 'repercussions' originated from the Latin word 'repercussio', which means 'repeated striking'. The term evolved to refer to the consequences or effects of an action. Over time, it became widely used in English to describe the unintended outcomes of decisions, events, or actions. The concept of repercussions has been a central theme in various fields, including politics, economics, and social sciences, highlighting the interconnectedness of actions and their consequences.