resultant — occurring as a result or consequence of something
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: occurring as a result or consequence of something
Pronunciation (IPA): /rɪˈzʌltənt/
Example Sentences
- The resultant chaos after announcing free pizza made the cafeteria look like a zombie apocalypse.
- His resultant weight gain from eating too much ramen surprised even himself.
- The resultant vector must be calculated using proper mathematical formulas.
resultant
ADJECTIVE[/rɪˈzʌltənt/]
occurring as a result or consequence of something
occurring as a result or consequence of something
The distant pollution's resultant costs concern the consultant!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'resultans', the present participle of 'resultare' meaning 'to spring back' or 'to rebound', formed from 're-' (back) and 'saltare' (to jump or leap).
Breakdown
re- (back) + salt (jump) + -ant (adjective/noun suffix indicating agent or quality) = resultant
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📝Examples
“The resultant chaos after announcing free pizza made the cafeteria look like a zombie apocalypse.”
“His resultant weight gain from eating too much ramen surprised even himself.”
“The resultant vector must be calculated using proper mathematical formulas.”
“The resultant policy changes affected thousands of employees nationwide.”
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