consequence

Universal Words noun 1 [C, often pl.] ~ (for sb/sth) a result of sth that has happened: This decision could have serious consequences for the future of the industry. * Two hundred people lost their jobs as a direct consequence of the merger. * He drove too fast with tragic consequences. * to suffer / face / take the consequences of your actions * Have you considered the possible consequences? 2 [U] (formal) importance: Don't worry. It's of no consequence. * people of some consequence in the art world IDIOMS in consequence (of sth) (formal) as a result of sth: The child was born deformed in consequence of an injury to its mother. * It had been a humiliating day for Flora and she bore the director a grudge in consequence.