Meaning & Definition of Consequence in English
English⟶
Consequence
/kɑnsəkwəns/
noun
1. A phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon
- "The magnetic effect was greater when the rod was lengthwise"
- "His decision had depressing consequences for business"
- "He acted very wise after the event"
synonym:
- consequence,
- effect,
- outcome,
- result,
- event,
- issue,
- upshot
2. The outcome of an event especially as relative to an individual
synonym:
- consequence,
- aftermath
3. Having important effects or influence
- "Decisions of great consequence are made by the president himself"
- "Virtue is of more moment than security"
- "That result is of no consequence"
synonym:
- consequence,
- import,
- moment
Examples of using
I think it is not the cause but the consequence.
As a consequence of overwork, he became ill.
This road was partly destroyed in consequence of the earthquake.