consequential
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.
In recent weeks, he’s been talking to other people about Napoleon and Alexander the Great and Julius Caesar, comparing himself to the most consequential Western leaders in history.
From Slate • May 7, 2026
Immortalized on screen in “Forrest Gump,” the plaza and pool have provided the backdrop to some of the most consequential protests for equal rights in American history.
From Salon • May 7, 2026
That would make Bengal's verdict consequential far beyond the state itself.
From BBC • May 4, 2026
The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps is the most consequential player in Iran’s scrambled wartime politics.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 29, 2026
The top 20 percent routinely exercises other, far more consequential forms of power in the world.
From "Nickel and Dimed: On (Not) Getting By in America" by Barbara Ehrenreich
![]()
Vocabulary lists containing consequential
Vocabulary from Hillary Clinton's Concession Speech, November 9, 2016
Looking to grow your vocabulary? Check out this interactive, curated word list from our team of English language specialists at Vocabulary.com – one of over 17,000 lists we've built to help learners worldwide!
Pax
Interested in learning more words like this one? Our team at Vocabulary.com has got you covered! You can review flashcards, quiz yourself, practice spelling, and more – and it's all completely free to use!
"How the Media Twists the News"
Want to remember this word for good? Start your learning journey today with our library of interactive, themed word lists built by the experts at Vocabulary.com – we'll help you make the most of your study time!