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

Some free Black families consequently sent their male children to France to be educated. —Marlene L. Daut september 22, Literary Hub, 22 Sep. 2025

Historically, our region has had a large volume of wine production, with many small growers and, consequently, many cooperatives. —John Mariani, Forbes.com, 19 Sep. 2025

There is indeed evidence that inhaling xenon can increase the activity of HIFs, and consequently increase levels of EPO in the blood. —Alex Hutchinson, Outside, 15 Sep. 2025

Sheer fabric — and consequently, visible underwear — reigned large this year, with Zara Larsson and Nikki Glaser among those leaving little to the imagination in semi-transparent gowns. —Oscar Holland, CNN Money, 8 Sep. 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