Synonyms for

Outcomes

Verb / ˈaʊˌtkʌmz / Another word for outcomes — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

The possible results or effects of something.

Synonyms & similar words

finalresult resultant issue event consequence termination outcome effect upshot result results consequences effects endings conclusions results products outputs yield fruits consequence upshots issues developments ramifications sequels corollaries aftermaths repercussions outgrowths

Synonyms by register

Formal

results consequences repercussions effects

Informal

upshots payoffs what happened end results

Literary

fruits harvests aftermaths

Antonyms

beginnings causes origins sources inceptions roots

Common collocations

  • positive outcomes
  • negative outcomes
  • desired outcomes
  • successful outcomes
  • achieve outcomes
  • measure outcomes
  • predict outcomes
  • discuss outcomes

Word family

noun outcome
verb outcome

Usage note

While 'outcome' is primarily a noun, it can occasionally be used as a verb, though this is less common and may sound informal or awkward in some contexts.

Example sentences

  1. The outcomes of the game were unpredictable.
  2. The teacher explained the different possible outcomes of the project.
  3. The doctor discussed the possible outcomes of the surgery with the patient.
  4. The company is waiting to see the outcomes of the marketing campaign.
  5. The outcomes of climate change are concerning.

Quotes

  • The outcomes of your life are a reflection of your habits.
  • The outcome of our thoughts and actions are often unpredictable.
  • The outcome of any serious research can only be to make two questions grow where only one grew before.

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