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

  • (..) How'd you like to... - hurt me with impunity? - That hurts my feelings. I would never. You wouldn't only because there's consequences. It's in those eyes of yours, though. Nothing wrong with a man taking pleasure in his work. I won't deny my own personal desire... to turn each sin against (..)
    1995 Se7en