Synonyms of aftereffect

aftereffect

noun

ˈaf-tər-ə-ˌfekt 

as in outcome

a condition or occurrence traceable to a cause

in the U.S. slavery was abolished in 1865, but its aftereffects remained keenly felt long afterwards

Synonyms & Similar Words

• outcome
• result
• resultant
• consequence
• aftermath
• effect
• product
• upshot
• matter of course
• outgrowth
• fruit
• issue
• implication
• development
• sequel
• fate
• corollary
• precipitate
• backwash
• sequence
• conclusion
• ramification
• child
• repercussion
• denouement
• side effect
• fallout
• aftershock
• echo
• afterglow
• by-product
• ripple
• blowback
• afterclap
• offshoot
• spin-off

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• cause
• reason
• occasion
• factor
• consideration
• basis
• antecedent
• base
• causation
• ground
• foundation
• determinant
• stimulus
• incentive
• source
• mother
• spring
• origin
• inspiration
• groundwork
• root
• impetus
• instigation

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of aftereffect

Checkmarx isn’t the only security company to suffer the aftereffects of the Trivy breach. — Dan Goodin, ArsTechnica, 29 Apr. 2026

The economic aftereffects, given Iran’s oil production and its control over the Strait of Hormuz, could be also substantial. — Adam Serwer, The Atlantic, 4 Mar. 2026

The difference between the event and the signature food from just down the street, however, lies in its aftereffect. — Joseph Hoyt, Dallas Morning News, 28 Feb. 2026

Her women aren’t triumphing so much as sidestepping death, and forced to live with their choices’ aftereffects for years to come. — Los Angeles Times, 26 Feb. 2026