consequence
word
/ˈkɑnsəkwəns/
KAHN-suh-kwuhns
/kˈɒnsɪkwəns/
KON-si-kwuhns
Definition
A consequence is a result or effect of an action or decision, especially one that happens because of something else.
Usage & Nuances
Mostly used in formal or neutral contexts. Common collocations: 'serious consequence', 'face the consequence', 'as a consequence'. Implies a cause-effect relationship, often negative but can be neutral.
Spanish: consecuenciaPortuguese (BR): consequênciaPortuguese (PT): consequênciaChinese (Simplified): 后果Chinese (Traditional): 後果Hindi: परिणामArabic: نتيجةBengali: পরিণতি - ফলাফলRussian: последствие - результатJapanese: 結果 - 成り行きVietnamese: hậu quả - hệ quả - kết quảKorean: 결과 - 영향Turkish: sonuç - neticeUrdu: نتیجہ - انجامIndonesian: konsekuensi - akibat - hasil
Example Sentences
Every action has a consequence.
basic
She forgot her umbrella and faced the consequence when it rained.
basic
Breaking the rules will have a consequence.
basic
If you stay up too late, the consequence might be that you're tired tomorrow.
natural
He's not worried about the consequences of his decisions.
natural
It's easy to act quickly and forget about the consequences.
natural