consequence
/ˈkɒnsɪkwɛns/ · noun
Meaning
- That which follows something on which it depends; that which is produced by a cause.
- A result of actions, especially if such a result is unwanted or unpleasant.
- A proposition collected from the agreement of other previous propositions; any conclusion which results from reason or argument; inference.
- Chain of causes and effects; consecution.
- Importance with respect to what comes after.
- The power to influence or produce an effect.
- To threaten or punish (a child, etc.) with specific consequences for misbehaviour.
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