consequence

noun/ˈkɑnsɪkwɛns/

Frequency rank: #3,835 of 20,003 in the WORDED list (wordfreq data)

Meaning

A result or effect of an action or situation, often unpleasant.

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Example sentence

Ignoring safety rules can lead to a serious consequence.

Synonyms & related words

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