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 of consequently

• therefore
• so
• thus

Examples of consequently in a Sentence

taxes were lowered, and consequently complaints were fewer

Recent Examples on the Web

Second, the expanding habitat of ticks could be leading to more bites and consequently more cases of the allergy. — Alice Park, Time, 23 July 2026

It’s commonly believed that the foods richest in protein—and consequently in amino acids like leucine—are exclusively those of animal origin. — Alessandra Signorelli, Vogue, 23 July 2026

Philemon and Baucis were consequently saved from a flood that drowned the rest of their country. — Gitanjali Roy, Encyclopedia Britannica, 21 July 2026

And sometimes there can be delays in implementing the winning projects, and this kind of negative experience can even weaken the people's trust and consequently their tax morale. — Tax Notes Staff, Forbes.com, 21 July 2026

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