Definitions

upshot

[uhp-shot] / ˈʌpˌʃɒt /

NOUN

end result

Synonyms

STRONGEST

aftereffect gist

STRONG

aftermath burden climax completion conclusion consequence core culmination denouement development effect end ending event eventuality finale finish issue meaning meat outcome payoff pith purport result sense sequel substance termination thrust

Antonyms

STRONG

beginning cause commencement foundation initiation introduction opening origin source start

Example Sentences

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The upshot is that those premiums are, for the most part, guaranteed to remain fixed and never increase over your entire lifetime, as long as the monthly payments are maintained.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 9, 2026

The upshot is fewer opportunities to move up or jump to better-paying jobs.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 1, 2026

There was no political upshot of these remarks.

From Slate • May 6, 2026

The upshot is that global cruise passenger volume has exploded.

From Barron's • May 6, 2026

Chico moved in, crouching, giving it a little upshot.

From "Stargirl" by Jerry Spinelli

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