consequence
/ˈkɒnsɪkwəns/ · /ˈkɑːnsəkwens/
CEFR level B2Topic ThinkingWord #5313 in the learning path
结果；后果
Definitions
n. Something that happens because of an action or situation.
结果；后果
n. The quality of being important or worth considering.
重要性
Example
Missing the last bus was a consequence of leaving late.
错过末班车是出发太晚造成的结果。
One serious consequence of rapid urban growth is increased pressure on public transport and housing.
城市快速扩张的一个严重后果是公共交通和住房承受的压力增大。
Collocations
- as a consequence
- face the consequences
- of little consequence
Word family
- consequent (adj.)
- consequently (adv.)
- consequential (adj.)
Synonyms
- result
- outcome
Usage tip
as a consequence of后接原因，意为“由于”。
FAQ
- What does consequence mean?
- Something that happens because of an action or situation. The quality of being important or worth considering.
- How is consequence pronounced?
- UK /ˈkɒnsɪkwəns/, US /ˈkɑːnsəkwens/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
