result

²result

noun

Definition of RESULT

1

: something that results as a consequence, issue, or conclusion; also : beneficial or tangible effect : fruit

2

: something obtained by calculation or investigation

— re·sult·ful \-fəl\ adjective

— re·sult·less \-ləs\ adjective

Examples of RESULT

1. The book is the result of years of hard work and dedication.
2. The end result of his work was a classic American novel.
3. The investigation continued without result.

First Known Use of RESULT

1610

Related to RESULT

Synonyms: aftereffect, aftermath, backwash, child, conclusion, consequence, corollary, development, fate, fruit, issue, outcome, outgrowth, precipitate, product, effect, resultant, sequel, sequence, upshot

Antonyms: antecedent, causation, cause, occasion, reason

Related Words: ramification; denouement (also dénouement), echo, implication, repercussion; afterclap, afterglow, aftershock; blowback, by-product, fallout, offshoot, ripple, side effect (also side reaction), spin-off

Near Antonyms: consideration, determinant, factor; base, basis, foundation, ground, groundwork; impetus, incentive, inspiration, instigation, stimulus; mother, origin, root, source, spring

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