outcome
word
/ˈaʊtˌkəm/
OWT-kuhm
/ˈaʊtkʌm/
OWT-kuhm
Definition
The final result or effect of an action, process, or situation.
Usage & Nuances
'Outcome' is often used in formal or academic contexts, like research, medicine, or business. Common phrases: 'the outcome of the game', 'positive/negative outcome'. Don't confuse with 'output' (what is produced) or 'consequence' (focus on effect, often negative).
Spanish: resultado - desenlacePortuguese (BR): resultadoPortuguese (PT): resultadoChinese (Simplified): 结果Chinese (Traditional): 結果Hindi: परिणामArabic: نتيجةBengali: পরিণাম - ফলRussian: результат - исходJapanese: 結果Vietnamese: kết quảKorean: 결과Turkish: sonuçUrdu: نتیجہIndonesian: hasil - akibat
Example Sentences
The outcome of the election was a surprise.
basic
We are waiting to see the outcome of the test.
basic
No one knew the outcome until the end.
basic
Whatever the outcome, we'll deal with it together.
natural
The treatment had a positive outcome for most patients.
natural
In the end, the team's hard work changed the outcome.
natural