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consequence
noun as in result, outcome of action
Strongest matches
aftereffect, aftermath, effect, fallout, issue, reaction, repercussion
Weak matches
noun as in importance, significance
Example Sentences
The catastrophic consequences of the Hamas attacks on Israel on 7 October 2023 ripped away any pretence that the conflict could be managed while Israel continued to deny Palestinian rights to self-determination.
“We’ve seen this playbook — and we know what the consequences can be.”
Cross a tipping point in the climate system and, similarly, you might spark a cascading set of consequences like hastened warming, rising sea levels and increasingly extreme weather.
Donald Trump’s proposed tariffs could have major consequences for California’s economy, which has a lot riding on trade, especially with China and Mexico.
The consequences could be dire for California’s economy, given its heavy trade with China and Mexico.
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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
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