Consequence

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1. Noun

That which follows something on which it depends; that which is produced by a cause; a result.

2. Noun

A proposition collected from the agreement of other previous propositions; any conclusion which results from reason or argument; inference.

3. Noun

Chain of causes and effects; consecution.

4. Noun

Importance with respect to what comes after; power to influence or produce an effect; value; moment; rank; distinction.

5. Noun

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"
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