consequence meaning
consequence :
result, outcome
noun
▪ The consequence of the storm was flooding.
▪ The result of the storm was flooding.
▪ Bad choices can lead to serious consequences.
▪ Bad choices can lead to serious results.
paraphrasing
▪ effect – result
▪ outcome – result
▪ aftermath – result
▪ repercussion – result
Pronunciation
consequence [ˈkɒn.sɪ.kwəns]
The stress is on 'con' and sounds like 'kon-si-kwens'.
Common phrases and grammar about consequence
consequence - Common meaning
noun
result, outcome
Part of Speech Changes for "consequence"
▪ consequential (adjective) – important as a result
▪ inconsequential (adjective) – not important
Common Expressions with "consequence"
▪ face the consequences – to deal with results
▪ serious consequences – big results
▪ unintended consequences – unexpected results
▪ direct consequence – immediate result
Important examples of consequence in TOEIC
Vocabulary examples from the TOEIC test
In TOEIC vocabulary questions, consequence often refers to the result of an action or decision.
Example of a confusing word: sequence (order of events)
Grammar examples from the TOEIC test
As a noun, consequence is used to describe the result or effect, often appearing in questions about outcomes.
consequence
Idioms and fixed expressions in TOEIC
face the consequences
'deal with the results', used when someone must accept the results of their actions.
in consequence of
means 'as a result of', used to show cause and effect.
Differences between similar words and consequence
consequence
,
result
differences
Consequence often implies a significant effect, while result can be any outcome.
consequence
,
outcome
differences
Consequence often refers to a direct effect, while outcome is a general end result.
Words with the same origin as consequence
The origin of consequence
consequence comes from the Latin 'consequentia', meaning 'that which follows'.
Word structure
It has the prefix con (together), root sequ (follow), and suffix ence (noun), meaning 'what follows together'.
Words with the same origin
The root of consequence is sequ (follow). Words with the same root include sequence (order), subsequent (following).
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