consequence

Meanings

• noun

  the outcome or result of an action or event

  - "The consequence of breaking the rules was expulsion from school."
  - "The consequence of not studying for the exam was failing."

• noun

  a logical or inevitable result

  - "The consequence of his actions was his downfall."
  - "The consequence of her decision was unexpected."

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Pronunciation

1. /ˈkɑnsɪkwəns/
   
   
   
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Synonyms

aftercome , distinction , implication , moment , rank , repercussion , value

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with consequence
conquer , sequel , rebel , mellow

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Variants

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consequence , consequences , in consequence , self-consequence , self-consequences , as a consequence of , in consequence of

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Forms

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consequences, having a consequence

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Etymology

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From the Latin 'consequi' meaning 'to follow, come after'.

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Trivia

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1. The word 'consequence' is derived from the Latin word 'consequi', which means 'to follow, come after'.

2. The term 'consequence' was first used in English in the 15th century.

3. In mathematics, a consequence is a theorem that logically follows from other theorems or axioms.

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Related Concepts

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1. cause and effect: The relationship between an action or event and its outcome.

2. moral responsibility: The idea that individuals are accountable for the consequences of their actions.

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Culture

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In literature, consequence is often used to explore cause-and-effect relationships and the idea of moral responsibility. For example, in Shakespeare's Macbeth, Lady Macbeth's sleepwalking scene shows the consequences of her actions in the earlier part of the play.

How to Memorize "consequence"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a chain reaction, with each link representing an action and its corresponding consequence.
   - Visualize a domino effect, with each domino representing an action and its consequence.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'consequence' with 'outcome', 'result', or 'effect'.
   - Associate the word 'consequence' with the idea of moral responsibility.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Causes-Often-Unavoidably-Produce-Effects' to remember the meaning of 'consequence'.
   - Use the phrase 'Every Action Has Its Price' to remember the idea of moral responsibility.

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