Consequence

/kˈɒnsɪkwəns/

/ˈkɑnsəkwəns/

Consequence

a result, particularly an unpleasant one

synonyms : effect

the outcome of an event especially as relative to an individual

synonyms : aftermath

having important effects or influence

synonyms : import

Examples

1. As a result, the employees had to deal with the consequences of his poor choices.

2. They know the consequences but still engage in risky behavior.

3. She was totally unaware of the consequences.

4. You planted the seed of greed yourself, now you must suffer the consequences.