Definitions

aftermath

[af-ter-math, ahf-] / ˈæf tərˌmæθ, ˈɑf- /

NOUN

situation following an event, occurrence

Synonyms

STRONGEST

chain reaction impact outcome

STRONG

consequences end eventuality flak issue payoff remainder residual residuum results upshot waves

WEAK

after-effects causatum

Antonyms

STRONG

cause origin source start

Example Sentences

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And this father’s children are not the only ones facing the hardships of the aftermath of the raids.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 6, 2026

The Bulls' afternoon worsened as a rolling maul resulted in a penalty try for the hosts and Ruan Nortje was yellow carded in the aftermath.

From BBC • Jun. 6, 2026

Communities in the San Gabriel foothills also saw an uptick in bear sightings in the aftermath of the fire, which charred a sizable chunk of the bruins’ nearby habitat.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 6, 2026

Former Health Secretary Wes Streeting and a handful of junior ministers quit the government in the aftermath.

From BBC • Jun. 5, 2026

The broadcast and its aftermath had become the week’s leading story.

From "Spooked!" by Gail Jarrow

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