consequence synonyms

consequence

n.

  1. Effect

    result, outgrowth, end, outcome; see result.

  2. Importance

    moment, value, weight; see importance 1. See syn. study at importance, result.

in consequence (of)

consequent on, as a result of, following, consequently; see because.

take the consequences

accept the results of one's actions, suffer, bear the burden of; see endure 2.

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