RAMIFICATION Synonyms: 63 Similar and Opposite Words

ramification

noun

Definition of ramification

as in implication

formal something that is produced by or necessarily follows an action, decision, etc. They discussed the possible ramifications of the new treaty. The government's actions in this case could have major political ramifications.

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Recent Examples of ramification Yet, in an unusual step earlier this summer, the Maryland Department of Labor has proposed amendments that would weaken the 2024 IECC even more, with particular ramifications for data centers. — Tom Nyein, Baltimore Sun, 3 Oct. 2026 Any potential legal ramifications would be domestic, Contesse said. — Claire Healy, Miami Herald, 2 Oct. 2026 The tension of short-term coastal protections versus long-term ramifications has played out along the coast for years, as rising sea levels pose a growing threat to communities. — Los Angeles Times, 28 Sep. 2026 There are likely to be seismic ramifications when sanctions are eventually handed out to City, with a whole range of punishments on the table — including expulsion from the Premier League. — ABC News, 28 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for ramification

Recent Examples of Synonyms for ramification

Noun

The Senate race has attracted national attention because of its implications for control of the chamber, where Democrats need to flip four seats to regain the majority.

— Barnini Chakraborty, The Washington Examiner, 9 Oct. 2026
Regardless of whether the document comes to light, Rodríguez argued that Floridians should closely watch the utility merger because of its other implications for Florida voters and electricity customers.

— Claire Heddles, Miami Herald, 9 Oct. 2026

Definition of implication

Noun

Small differences across those factors can affect the outcome.

— Kelli Grant, CFP®,Riley de León, CNBC, 8 Oct. 2026
In many of life’s winner-loser outcomes, the fate of the losers is all but inevitable, granted the values, resources and determination of the winners.

— James Coffin, The Orlando Sentinel, 8 Oct. 2026

Definition of outcome

Noun

While the conviction will remain part of the historical record, the pardon removes any lasting consequence for him.

— Tamir Sorek, The Conversation, 12 Oct. 2026
The choice can have big financial consequences for households, which, with a few exceptions, are generally locked into their insurance plan for a year before being able to switch.

— Greg Iacurci, CNBC, 12 Oct. 2026

Definition of consequence

Noun

Its effects should stay east of the Kansas City forecast area, leaving the region dry.

— Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 9 Oct. 2026
Several studies suggest El Niño’s effects on the region could be more severe in 2027, when the climate pattern may disrupt the rainforest’s next rainy season.

— ABC News, ABC News, 9 Oct. 2026