Repercussions: meaning, definitions and examples

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repercussions

 

[ ˌriː.pəˈkʌʃ.ənz ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

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

Etymology

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.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #14,157, this word is part of sophisticated English vocabulary. It's useful for academic or professional contexts where precise language is needed.