noun
- A phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon.
- usage: "the magnetic effect was greater when the rod was lengthwise"; "his decision had depressing consequences for business"; "he acted very wise after the event"
- The outcome of an event especially as relative to an individual.
- synonyms: aftermath
- Having important effects or influence.
- usage: "decisions of great consequence are made by the president himself"; "virtue is of more moment than security"; "that result is of no consequence"