consequently

adverb

con·​se·​quent·​ly ˈkän(t)-sə-ˌkwent-lē 

-si-kwənt-

: as a result : in view of the foregoing : accordingly

The words are often confused and are consequently misused.

Synonyms

• therefore
• so
• thus

Examples of consequently in a Sentence

taxes were lowered, and consequently complaints were fewer

Recent Examples on the Web

In other words, companies can inflate along with inflation, and consequently, those who own shares in these companies may benefit. —Wes Moss, Forbes.com, 15 Aug. 2025

Hendrix consequently hopes that Congress will add language explicitly funding RPS in its final budget. —Hannah Richter, Scientific American, 13 Aug. 2025

Tielemans, consequently, began drifting to the left last season, offering a passing lane away from such defensive blocks and progressing the ball upfield in a different way. —Jacob Tanswell, New York Times, 12 Aug. 2025

Minerva Parker was consequently raised alongside her sister and cousins by her mother, aunt, and maternal grandfather. —The Editors, JSTOR Daily, 12 Aug. 2025

Word History

Etymology

Middle English, "subsequently, afterward, as a result," from consequent "resulting, conclusive, consequent entry 2" + -ly -ly entry 2

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

consequently

adverb

con·​se·​quent·​ly ˈkän(t)-sə-ˌkwent-lē 

-si-kwənt-

: as a result : accordingly