consequence

con|se|quence

W2S3 [ˈkɔnsıkwəns US ˈka:nsı-kwens] n

1.)

something that happens as a result of a particular action or set of conditions

consequence of

▪ Many believe that poverty is a direct consequence of overpopulation.

consequence for

▪ Our findings have far-reaching consequences for researchers.

dire/disastrous/serious etc consequences

▪ Errors in forecasting can have dire consequences.

with ... consequences

▪ He ate some poisonous mushrooms, with fatal consequences.

take/suffer/face the consequences (of sth)

(=accept the bad results of something you have done)

▪ He broke the law, and now he must face the consequences of his actions.

2.) as a consequence (of sth)/in consequence (of sth)

formal as a result of something

▪ Animals have died as a consequence of coming into contact with this chemical.

▪ She was over the age limit and, in consequence, her application was rejected.

3.) of little/no/any etc consequence

formal not very important or valuable

of little/no/any etc consequence to

▪ Your opinion is of little consequence to me.

▪ I don't suppose it is of any consequence now.