consequence definition

1. a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon
• examples: the magnetic effect was greater when the rod was lengthwise
• examples: his decision had depressing consequences for business
• examples: he acted very wise after the event
2. the outcome of an event especially as relative to an individual
3. having important effects or influence
• examples: decisions of great consequence are made by the president himself
• examples: virtue is of more moment than security
• examples: that result is of no consequence