RESULT

RE ·SULT 2 syllables

A2 · Elementary 📏 6 letters 🎲 Scrabble 6 ✅ valid word

Common in conversation and basic reading.

noun
  1. a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon
  2. a statement that solves a problem or explains how to solve the problem
  3. something that results
  4. the semantic role of the noun phrase whose referent exists only by virtue of the activity denoted by the verb in the clause

💬 Examples

  • "the magnetic effect was greater when the rod was lengthwise"
  • "his decision had depressing consequences for business"
  • "they were trying to find a peaceful solution"
  • "the answers were in the back of the book"

🔗 Similar words

consequenceeffectoutcomeeventissueupshot
verb
  1. issue or terminate (in a specified way, state, etc.)
  2. produce as a result or residue
  3. come about or follow as a consequence

💬 Examples

  • "end"
  • "result in tragedy"
  • "The water left a mark on the silk dress"
  • "Her blood left a stain on the napkin"

🔗 Similar words

ensueleavelead
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