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Consequence
/ˈkɒnsɪkwɛns/
That which follows something on which it depends; that which is produced by a cause.
📖 Definitions of "Consequence"
noun
- 1
That which follows something on which it depends; that which is produced by a cause.
- 2
A result of actions, especially if such a result is unwanted or unpleasant.
"I'm warning you. If you don't get me the report on time, there will be consequences."
- 3
A proposition collected from the agreement of other previous propositions; any conclusion which results from reason or argument; inference.
- 4
Chain of causes and effects; consecution.
verb
- 1
To threaten or punish (a child, etc.) with specific consequences for misbehaviour.
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