consequence

IPA: kˈɑnsʌkwʌns

noun

  • An effect; something that follows a cause as a result.
  • An unwanted or unpleasant effect.
  • consecution; chain of causes and effects.
  • conclusion, deduction or inference; the thing concluded.
  • (especially when preceded by "of") Importance, influence, or significance.

verb

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