Synonyms of ramification

ramification

noun

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.

Related Words

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

Dissimilar Words

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

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of ramification

That removes a major obstacle for the multibillion-dollar deal that could have huge ramifications for two of Hollywood’s biggest studios, as well as CNN and the networks Ted Turner founded in Atlanta. — Savannah Sicurella, AJC.com, 21 Sep. 2026

But, there will also be a top-ten showdown that will have major ramifications for the season. — Trey Wallace Outkick, FOXNews.com, 17 Sep. 2026

Initial demand was stratospheric because audiences were desperate to find out the ramifications of Spider-Man’s fateful choice. — Rebecca Rubin, Variety, 16 Sep. 2026

In general, ramifications for judicial misconduct allegations are uncommon in Michigan. — Darcie Moran, Freep.com, 15 Sep. 2026