consequential — following as a result or effect; important; having significant consequences
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: following as a result or effect; important; having significant consequences
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˌkɑːnsɪˈkwenʃəl/
Example Sentences
- Missing the final exam turned out to be quite consequential - he had to repeat the entire semester.
- The scientist's consequential discovery changed our understanding of quantum physics.
- His consequential sneeze during the opera caused a domino effect of shushing throughout the entire theater.
consequential
ADJECTIVE[/ˌkɑːnsɪˈkwenʃəl/]
following as a result or effect; important; having significant consequences
a CEO signs an important contract with a heavy pen stroke while board members watch intently. The signed document represents a major business merger that will change everything. Immediately, assistants rush to make phone calls and send notifications about the decision. Other executives lean forward with serious expressions, knowing this choice will affect thousands of employees. a consequential action that will have significant and far-reaching effects
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin consequentia, meaning 'that which follows' or 'result.' The root comes from sequi meaning 'to follow,' with the idea that consequences follow from actions.
Breakdown
con- (together/with) + sequ- (to follow) + -ent- (present participle) + -ial (adjective suffix meaning 'relating to')
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📝Examples
“Missing the final exam turned out to be quite consequential - he had to repeat the entire semester.”
“The scientist's consequential discovery changed our understanding of quantum physics.”
“His consequential sneeze during the opera caused a domino effect of shushing throughout the entire theater.”
“The treaty's consequential clauses reshaped international relations for decades.”
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