consequence generally implies importance because of probable or possible effects.

CONSEQUENCE definition: the effect, result, or outcome of something occurring earlier. See examples of consequence used in a sentence.

CONSEQUENCE definition: 1. a result of a particular action or situation, often one that is bad or not convenient: 2. not…. Learn more.

Logical consequence, also known as a consequence relation, or entailment Consequent, in logic, the second half of a hypothetical proposition or consequences Consequentialism, a theory in …

A consequence is a "result" or "conclusion," and the Latin sequī, "to follow," is part of its history. Most actions and acts of nature have a consequence that follows as a result.

the effect, result, or outcome of something occurring earlier The accident was the consequence of reckless driving

con•se•quence (ˈkɒn sɪˌkwɛns, -kwəns) n. 1. the effect, result, or outcome of something occurring earlier. 2. the conclusion reached by a line of reasoning; inference. 3. importance or …

the effect, result, or outcome of something occurring earlier: The accident was the consequence of reckless driving. an act or instance of following something as an effect, result, or outcome.

Consequence definition: Something that logically or naturally follows from an action or condition.

CONSEQUENCE meaning: 1 : something that happens as a result of a particular action or set of conditions; 2 : importance or value