repercussion
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concussion

Definition & Meaning of "repercussion"in English

Repercussion
01

a movement back from an impact 

Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Abstract
Composition
Compound
Countable
singular
not gender specific
Plural form
repercussions
02

an unintended effect of something, usually a negative and long lasting one 

Examples
The policy change had unexpected repercussions on local businesses. 

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