noun
consequence
KAHN-sih-kwens/ˈkɑːnsɪkwens/
A result or effect of an action, condition, or event.
The wet patch is a consequence of the tipped watering can.
Etymology
The components express “following after.” A consequence is what follows from an action or condition; the early English sense of a logical conclusion reflects the same connection.
In context
the action you took or didn't take was that you didn't do your homework the consequence was a bad grade in losing your iPad privileges
More examples
- Every choice has a consequence.
- We discussed the possible consequences before acting.
- The delay was a direct consequence of the storm.
Forms
consequence · consequences