consequence generally implies importance because of probable or possible effects.

CONSEQUENCE definition: the effect, result, or outcome of something occurring earlier. See examples of consequence used in a sentence.

A consequence is a "result" or "conclusion," and the Latin sequī, "to follow," is part of its history. Most actions and acts of nature have a consequence that follows as a result.

con•se•quence (ˈkɒn sɪˌkwɛns, -kwəns) n. 1. the effect, result, or outcome of something occurring earlier. 2. the conclusion reached by a line of reasoning; inference. 3. importance or significance: a …

CONSEQUENCE definition: 1. a result of a particular action or situation, often one that is bad or not convenient: 2. not…. Learn more.

Definition of consequence noun from the Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. [countable, usually plural] a result of something that has happened, especially an unpleasant result. Remember that …

Consequence refers to the result, effect, or outcome of an action, decision, or event. It signifies the natural or logical progression of cause and effect, where an initial action leads to a specific result.

take the consequences, to suffer something unpleasant as a result of some other action, event, etc.: If you don't pay your bills you'll have to take the consequences.

4 days ago · consequence (countable and uncountable, plural consequences) An effect; something that follows a cause as a result. quotations

6 meanings: 1. a result or effect of some previous occurrence 2. an unpleasant result (esp in the phrase take the consequences).... Click for more definitions.