outcome

noun

out·​come ˈau̇t-ˌkəm 

: 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.

Synonyms of outcome

• result
• resultant
• consequence
• product

Examples of outcome in a Sentence

the outcome of the election

We are still awaiting the final outcome of the trial.

There are two possible outcomes.

Recent Examples on the Web

For some young investors, that means money originally allocated to long-term strategies is being funneled to activities built around immediate outcomes. — Aneri Jambusaria, Fortune, 18 Oct. 2026

Hal and Kate discussing whether to approach Grace before or after dinner and gaming out potential outcomes? — Sophie Brookover, Vulture, 17 Oct. 2026

The researchers have not confirmed those specific outcomes in this campaign. — Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 17 Oct. 2026

The result is significant variation in care, avoidable costs and missed opportunities to deliver the best possible outcomes. — Brad Kreick, Forbes.com, 16 Oct. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1788, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for outcome

• become
• checksum
• humdrum
• income
• pisum
• succumb
• therefrom
• wherefrom
• abomasum
• bum
• chum
• come

Kids Definition

outcome

noun

out·​come ˈau̇t-ˌkəm 

: result entry 2 sense 1