1.Definition: a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon

"The magnetic effect was greater when the rod was lengthwise", "His decision had depressing consequences for business", "He acted very wise after the event"

Related Noun(s):effect, event, issue, outcome, result, upshot

Category: General

2.Definition: having important effects or influence

"Decisions of great consequence are made by the president himself", "Virtue is of more moment than security", "That result is of no consequence"

Related Noun(s):import, moment

Category: General

3.Definition: the outcome of an event especially as relative to an individual

Related Noun(s):aftermath

Category: General