Consequence

/ˈkɒnsɪkwɛns/

noun

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

  2. A result of actions, especially if such a result is unwanted or unpleasant.

    I'm warning you. If you don't get me the report on time, there will be consequences.

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

Synonyms: aftercome, distinction, implication, moment, rank, repercussion, value

verb

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

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