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consequence

Definition of consequence

1a result or effect, typically one that is unwelcome or unpleasant:abrupt withdrawal of drug treatment can have serious consequences many have been laid off from work as a consequence of government policies

2 [mass noun, usually with negative] importance or relevance:the past is of no consequence
dated social distinction:a woman of consequence

3 (consequences) [treated as singular] a game in which a narrative is made up by the players in turn, each ignorant of what has already been contributed.

Phrases

in consequence: as a result: he died in consequence of injuries sustained
take (or bear) the consequences: accept responsibility for the negative results or effects of one’s choice or action: you acted on your own initiative, and you will take the consequences

late Middle English: via Old French from Latin consequentia, from consequent- 'following closely', from the verb consequi

Remember that consequence ends with -ence.

Definition of consequence in the US English dictionary

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