consequence

Definition

  • noun: something that happens as a result of a particular action or set of conditions
  • noun: a conclusion derived through logic
  • synonyms: result, effect, end

Examples

  • She made some risky investments and 'in consequence' [='consequently'] lost a lot of money. = She lost a lot of money 'in consequence' of some risky investments.

  • Hundreds of people became sick 'as a consequence' [='as a result'] of the poor sanitary conditions.

  • The outcome of the election will be of little 'consequence' (to me). [=will not matter much to me]

Movie quotes

  • (..) The maze is all that matters now, and besting Wyatt is the last step in unlocking it, to having what both our sorry lives lack... meaning. To giving our choices consequence... even if it kills us. Kill him. Give him what he wants. He's tied, unarmed. So was the little girl he killed. (..)
    2016 TvShow: Westworld Title: Trace Decay Season: 1 Episode 8