outcome

noun

out·​come ˈau̇t-ˌkəm How to pronounce outcome (audio)
Synonyms of outcome
: something that follows as a result or consequence
a surprising outcome
patient outcomes of bypass surgery
We are still awaiting the final outcome of the trial.

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the outcome of the election We are still awaiting the final outcome of the trial. There are two possible outcomes.
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The outcome of future disease threats will be determined long before the threat occurs. — Omer Awan, Forbes.com, 24 July 2026 Given the uncertain outcomes the Fed needs to think less in terms of linear economic curves and more probabilistically, in which case the potential upside for inflation given an energy price spike could warrant quicker action. — Justin Zacks, CNBC, 24 July 2026 The likeliest outcome of whatever Congress comes up with in the next six years is that same dynamic, only more so. — Marc Novicoff, The Atlantic, 24 July 2026 The operating engine behind that outcome is lean management, heavily influenced by the Toyota Production System and Culp’s Danaher experience, according to Tully. — Sheryl Estrada, Fortune, 24 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for outcome

Word History

First Known Use

1788, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of outcome was in 1788

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“Outcome.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/outcome. Accessed 26 Jul. 2026.

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