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1 [可数名词] something that happens as a result of a particular action or set of conditions
consequence of
Many believe that poverty is a direct consequence of overpopulation.
consequence for
Our findings have far-reaching consequences for researchers.
with … consequences
He ate some poisonous mushrooms, with fatal consequences.
2 as a consequence (of something)/in consequence (of something) formal as a result of something :
Animals have died as a consequence of coming into contact with this chemical.
She was over the age limit and, in consequence, her application was rejected.
3 of little/no/any etc consequence formal not very important or valuable
of little/no/any etc consequence to
Your opinion is of little consequence to me.
I don’t suppose it is of any consequence now.
COLLOCATIONS
动词
be a consequence of something Low energy may be a consequence of sleeping badly.
have consequences Taking financial risks can have serious consequences.
accept/take the consequences (= understand and deal with them ) I’m prepared to accept the consequences of my decision.
face/suffer the consequences (= accept the bad results of something you have done ) He broke the law, and he will have to face the consequences.
consequences follow (= happen ) Once the decision has been made, consequences follow.
consider the consequences (= think what might happen as a result of something ) She jumped into the river without considering the consequences.
escape the consequences (= avoid them ) I knew I’d made a mistake and that I couldn’t escape the consequences.
形容词
the possible/likely consequences What are the likely consequences of these changes?
an inevitable consequence (= that you cannot avoid ) Loss of mobility is not an inevitable consequence of old age.
serious consequences (= bad and important ) Too much fishing in these seas has had serious consequences.
disastrous/dire consequences (= very bad and damaging ) If temperatures continue to rise, it could have disastrous consequences for agriculture.
an important consequence This discovery was an important consequence of his research.
social/political/economic consequences The rise in food prices has had enormous economic and political consequences.
a direct consequence of something (= a consequence directly caused by something ) The spread of information has been a direct consequence of the Internet.
a natural/logical consequence (= that naturally/logically follows something ) Obviously disappointment is a natural consequence of defeat.
a negative consequence (= a bad or unpleasant result ) the negative consequences of drinking too much alcohol
an adverse/unfortunate consequence (= that affects your life, a situation etc badly ) Divorce often has unfortunate consequences for children.
tragic consequences (= very sad, usually involving death ) Someone dropped a burning cigarette, with tragic consequences.
far-reaching consequences (= important and affecting many things ) The new law is sure to have far-reaching consequences.
long-term consequences (= results that last a long time, or appear after a long time ) If you smoke it may have long-term consequences.
THESAURUS
result something that happens because of something else : The fire at the house was the result of a dropped cigarette. | Many people find that herbal remedies produce a good result.
consequence something important that happens as the result of a decision or action : Global warming will have serious consequences for the environment. | Rising prices are the inevitable consequence of the grain shortage.
repercussions the bad effects that happen later as a result of an event, often a long time afterwards : The economic crisis in the US is likely to have serious repercussions for the rest of the world. | The scandal could have major repercussions for his career.
outcome the final result of a meeting, election, war etc : The final outcome of the election remained in doubt for several days. | So, what is the likely outcome for Spain?
the upshot the final result of a situation, especially when this was unexpected : The upshot of all this was that the trial had to be delayed.
the fruits of something literary the things that have been achieved as a result of someone’s efforts – used especially in the following 短语 : He did not live to see the fruits of his labours . | They can now enjoy the fruits of their success .