Definition of Consequence
Consequence
con·se·quence
Definition/Meaning
(noun)
the direct result of a previously taken action.
e.g. The consequence for skipping class is detention.
(noun)
a conclusion reached through analysis or logic;
e.g. The consequence of adding water to oil is that the two substances will separate because oil is less dense, and will therefore float on top of water.
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aftermath
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