consequence

Etymology

Definitions

1. 1

   An effect

   An effect; something that follows a cause as a result.

   • The lobule margins, furthermore, are arched away from the lobe, with the consequence that (when fully inflated) the abaxial leaf surface forms the interior lining of the lobule.
2. 2

   consecution

   consecution; chain of causes and effects.

3. 3

   conclusion, deduction or inference

   conclusion, deduction or inference; the thing concluded.

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   1. 4

      Importance, influence, or significance.

      • My opinions are of no consequence whatsoever to my parents.
      • Rooney's United team-mate Chris Smalling was given his debut at right-back and was able to adjust to the international stage in relatively relaxed fashion as Bulgaria barely posed a threat of any consequence.
   2. 5

      To threaten or punish (a child, etc.) with specific consequences for misbehaviour.

      • The goal of consequencing is to teach the child a lesson that leads to positive choices and behaviors. The goal of punishment is to inflict pain and seek revenge. Angry parenting is punitive and ineffectual.
      • These behaviours are not acceptable within a classroom setting and often result in the child being consequenced or removed from class.

The neighborhood

• synonymaftercomeeffect
• neighborcausality
• neighboreffect
• neighborimpact