consequence meaning and definition

CONSEQUENCE noun

Definition of consequence (noun)

1. a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon
   • "the magnetic effect was greater when the rod was lengthwise"; "his decision had depressing consequences for business"; "he acted very wise after the event"
   • synonyms: effect, event, issue, outcome, result, upshot
2. the outcome of an event especially as relative to an individual
   • synonyms: aftermath
3. having important effects or influence
   • "decisions of great consequence are made by the president himself"; "virtue is of more moment than security"; "that result is of no consequence"
   • synonyms: import, moment
   • antonym: inconsequence