consequence — A result or effect of an action or condition
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: A result or effect of an action or condition
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈkɑːnsəkwəns/
Example Sentences
- He ate 10 hamburgers and the consequence was that he couldn't fit through the door.
- The consequence of forgetting your umbrella is becoming a human sprinkler.
- The economic consequences of the pandemic affected millions of people worldwide.
consequence
NOUN[/ˈkɑːnsəkwəns/]
A result or effect of an action or condition
Every action has a consequence — one move directly leads to a result.
Every action has a consequence, whether good or bad.
Every consequence begins with an action and ends with an outcome.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'consequentia', derived from 'consequens' (following after), which combines 'con-' (together) and 'sequi' (to follow). The word entered English via Old French in the 14th century.
Breakdown
con- (together) + sequ- (follow) + -ence (noun suffix) = consequence
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
“You must face the consequences of your actions.”
“Climate change has serious consequences for humanity.”
“As a consequence of the rain, the game was cancelled.”
“The policy had many unintended consequences.”
“Ignoring the warning could have dire consequences.”
📝Examples
“He ate 10 hamburgers and the consequence was that he couldn't fit through the door.”
“The consequence of forgetting your umbrella is becoming a human sprinkler.”
“The economic consequences of the pandemic affected millions of people worldwide.”
“Every choice we make has consequences that shape our future.”
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