A consequence is an effect or result of an action, usually implying that it is a negative one. It can more specifically refer to actions by others in response to an action. A related word is repercussions.
"Consequences" are the prices we pay for bad behavior, lapses in judgement, or bad decisions.
Examples:
The blowout was a consequence of him not replacing his worn out tires.
If she breaks the law and is caught she will have to accept the consequences.
"Consequence" can also mean importance, or the importance of the results.
Example:
The rule is of little consequence because there is no one to enforce it.
The scandal will be of great consequence to her career.
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Scarcity restricts options and demands choices
Individuals and communities have to make choices from among alternatives.
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There are 3 syllables in consequence.
What is the consequence of always telling the truth? His action was of little consequence to the team's efforts.
Carefully consider the consequence of your next action.
Which of the following developments was a consequence of the enlightenment
The Illogical Consequence was created in 2005.
war is a consequence because of atomic bombs
A consequence is the end result of the behavior. The behavior is the act. The consequence is the result. For example, the act (behavior) of armed robbery could lead to the consequence of a prison sentence.
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what are the properties and consequence of human acts
Consequence Free was created in 1999-06.
A negative consequence of the Sedition Act?