Definitions

in consequence

ADVERB

accordingly

Synonyms

STRONGEST

appropriately correspondingly properly proportionately respectively subsequently therefore thus

STRONG

consequently in due course

WEAK

as a consequence as a result duly equally ergo fitly hence in respect to in that event resultantly so suitably then under the circumstances

Antonyms

WEAK

inappropriately unsuitably

ADVERB

ergo

Synonyms

WEAK

accordingly consequently hence so then therefore thereupon thus thusly

ADVERB

therefore

Synonyms

STRONGEST

accordingly so then thus

STRONG

consequently hence thence

WEAK

and so ergo for for this reason forasmuch as in that event inasmuch as on account of on the grounds since therefrom thereupon to that end whence wherefore

Example Sentences

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However, too much signalling leads to an undesirable amount of inflammation, which, in consequence, affects the organism's normal functioning.

From Science Daily • Oct. 26, 2023

If people believe they are limited to only a few inherent interests and, in consequence, do not explore other areas, they may miss seeing important connections across different domains.

From Scientific American • Sep. 29, 2023

For a hook, he cited the Constitution’s appropriations clause, which states that “no money shall be drawn from the treasury, but in consequence of appropriations made by law.”

From Slate • Mar. 23, 2023

"They have faced immense challenges in their lives in consequence of the ban and today's announcement brings hope for a better future," they said in a joint statement.

From BBC • Jun. 21, 2022

She was the youngest of the two daughters of a most affectionate, indulgent father; and had, in consequence of her sister’s marriage, been mistress of his house from a very early period.

From "Emma" by Jane Austen

in consequence

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