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 For his part, Loutsaris is excited about the big picture ramifications. — Brittany Allen, Literary Hub, 11 Aug. 2026 The ramifications for American democracy are uncertain, but potentially transformative. — Scott Baldauf, Christian Science Monitor, 10 Aug. 2026 Her office did not respond to Deadline’s request for the ex-VPs POV on Ellison or the ramifications of any outreach by the exec. — Dominic Patten, Deadline, 6 Aug. 2026 A lot of that had to do with the anticipation of and preparation for the ramifications of the Big Beautiful Bill on people’s lives. — Yvonne Villarreal, Los Angeles Times, 6 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for ramification

Recent Examples of Synonyms for ramification

Noun

Kamil Krzaczynski | Reuters The rise of these tech-heavy vehicles poses implications for the entire automotive world.

— Robert Ferris, CNBC, 15 Aug. 2026
According to the motion, the documentary does not reasonably convey the defamatory implications Banks alleges or suggest that the filmmakers intended to convey them.

— ABC News, ABC News, 15 Aug. 2026

Definition of implication

Noun

Rather than risk that outcome, the entire family chose to move to Mexico together.

— Maria Santana, CNN Money, 15 Aug. 2026
The most likely outcomes in my mind are Makhachev controlling Garry for the majority of the fight and winning a clear decision, or perhaps submitting him.

— Brett Appley, New York Times, 15 Aug. 2026

Definition of outcome

Noun

This frantic race risks sacrificing AI safety, cutting corners, and increasing risk tolerance, potentially leading to more severe consequences than intended.

— Lance Eliot, Forbes.com, 11 Aug. 2026
The influencer had amassed 50,000 followers, but not by respecting the boundaries of personal space — let alone the legal consequences of non-consensual filming inside a changing room.

— Amy O’Brien, Vogue, 10 Aug. 2026

Definition of consequence

Noun

In winter, splurge for a room with a fireplace for the full mountain retreat effect.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 Aug. 2026
Guest judge Willy Chavarria praises how Jeffrey’s outfit moved (my favorite thing about it), but the strength of Naheim’s tromp l’oeil effect snags him the win, immunity for the next challenge, and $20,000 from Viva.

— Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 14 Aug. 2026