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Consequence Meaning

Consequence means what happens after a choice.

noun 11 letters medium word
Dictionary definition

A result that follows from an action or decision.

Example sentences

Consequence in a sentence

easy

One consequence of rushing is more errors.

medium

The consequence of kindness can be stronger teamwork.

hard

Writers show consequence to explain cause and effect in stories.

Synonyms

Words like Consequence

resultUse for what happens after an action.
outcomeUse for the final effect of a decision.
Antonyms

Opposite words

causeUse for what creates a consequence.
originUse for where an action begins.
Word family

Consequence word family

Base word

consequence

adjective

consequential

Important because of likely outcomes.

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