Thesaurus.com
Dictionary.com
Definitions

consequence

[kon-si-kwens, -kwuhns] / ˈkɒn sɪˌkwɛns, -kwəns /




Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

Taken together, the researchers say these findings suggest that this metabolic abnormality may actively contribute to Alzheimer's disease rather than simply occur as a consequence of it.

From Science Daily • Jun. 10, 2026

Now, he added, “pretty much every major IPO of consequence has been on Robinhood’s platform.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026

As a consequence, they have less incentive to hold U.S.

From Barron's • Jun. 5, 2026

According to Soto, who is expecting her third child, the fact that her husband was married to an American citizen and had two children who were also citizens was of no consequence.

From Salon • May 30, 2026

Apparently the sight of the empty street in front and behind her was now of no consequence.

From "It All Comes Down to This" by Karen English




Vocabulary lists containing consequence


Vocabulary.com logo
by dictionary.com

Look it up. Learn it forever.

Remember "consequence" for good with VocabTrainer. Expand your vocabulary effortlessly with personalized learning tools that adapt to your goals.

Take me to Vocabulary.com