CONSEQUENCE

/ˈkɒnsɪkwɛns/
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Scrabble
29
WWF
C(3) O(1) N(1) S(1) E(1) Q(10) U(1) E(1) N(1) C(3) E(1)
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Definition

/ˈkɒnsɪkwɛns/
noun
  1. That which follows something on which it depends; that which is produced by a cause.
  2. A result of actions, especially if such a result is unwanted or unpleasant.
    “I'm warning you. If you don't get me the report on time, there will be consequences.”
  3. A proposition collected from the agreement of other previous propositions; any conclusion which results from reason or argument; inference.
  4. Chain of causes and effects; consecution.
  5. Importance with respect to what comes after.
verb
  1. To threaten or punish (a child, etc.) with specific consequences for misbehaviour.

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