consequent
adjective/ˈkɑnsɪkwənt/
Frequency rank: #12,759 most common English word
Meaning
following as a result or effect of something.
Example sentence
Heavy rainfall caused flooding, and the consequent damage to homes was severe.
Synonyms & related words
- resulting
- subsequent
- following
- ensuing
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