outcome Meaning, Definition & Usage
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noun something that results
final result; termination; result; resultant.
- he listened for the results on the radio
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noun a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon
effect; result; consequence; upshot; issue; event.
- the magnetic effect was greater when the rod was lengthwise
- his decision had depressing consequences for business
- he acted very wise after the event
WordNet
Out"come noun
Definitions
That which comes out of, or follows from, something else; issue; result; consequence; upshot. "The logical outcome." H. Spenser.All true literature, all genuine poetry, is the direct outcome, the condensed essence, of actual life and thougth. J. C. Shairp.