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Result

Noun / rɪˈzʌlt / / ri:ˈzʌlt / Another word for result — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a consequence, effect, or outcome of something

Synonyms & similar words

lead issue outcome ensue consequence resultant termination leave answer upshot event solution solvent effect resolution outcome consequence effect product fruit yield answer solution resolution termination end culmination conclusion sequel aftermath upshot issue eventuality development finding

Synonyms by register

Formal

outcome consequence effect repercussion

Informal

upshot payoff what happened end product

Literary

fruit issue offshoot

Antonyms

cause origin source beginning antecedent precursor

Common collocations

  • positive result
  • negative result
  • achieve a result
  • obtain a result
  • in result
  • as a result
  • the result of
  • final result

Word family

noun result
verb result
adjective resulting

Usage note

While 'result' can be used as a verb, it is often followed by 'in' (e.g., 'The rain resulted in flooding'). As a noun, it refers to the outcome of an action or event.

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Example sentences

  1. The result of the experiment was surprising.
  2. The election result was announced on TV.
  3. The result of the math test was excellent.
  4. The team's hard work resulted in a victory.
  5. The accident resulted in a traffic jam.

Quotes

  • Success is not the result of spontaneous combustion. You must set yourself on fire. - Reggie Leach
  • The result of the vote is that everyone is happy. - Margaret Thatcher
  • The result of the match is the combination of moments. - Jose Mourinho

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