repercussion

re·per·cus·sion

noun \ˌrē-pər-ˈkə-shən, ˌre-\

Definition of REPERCUSSION

1

: reflection, reverberation

2

a : an action or effect given or exerted in return : a reciprocal action or effect b : a widespread, indirect, or unforeseen effect of an act, action, or event —usually used in plural

— re·per·cus·sive \-ˈkə-siv\ adjective

Examples of REPERCUSSION

1. <your decision not to go to college will have repercussions you'll feel for years to come>

Origin of REPERCUSSION

Latin repercussion-, repercussio, from repercutere to drive back, from re- + percutere to beat — more at percussion

First Known Use: 1536

Related to REPERCUSSION

Synonyms: impact, influence, mark, effect, sway

Related Words: authority, clout, prestige, pull, weight; command, domination, dominion, mastery; consequence, importance, significance; sovereignty (also sovranty), supremacy

Near Antonyms: helplessness, impotence, impotency, powerlessness, weakness

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Rhymes with REPERCUSSION

Belorussian