Definition of 'result'

Noun

1. a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon; "the magnetic effect was greater when the rod was lengthwise"; "his decision had depressing consequences for business"; "he acted very wise after the event"
      Synonyms: consequence effect outcome event issue upshot
2. a statement that solves a problem or explains how to solve the problem; "they were trying to find a peaceful solution"; "the answers were in the back of the book"; "he computed the result to four decimal places"
      Synonyms: solution answer resolution solvent
3. something that results; "he listened for the results on the radio"
      Synonyms: resultant final result outcome termination
4. the semantic role of the noun phrase whose referent exists only by virtue of the activity denoted by the verb in the clause
      Synonyms: resultant role

Verb

1. issue or terminate (in a specified way, state, etc.); end; "result in tragedy"
      Synonyms: ensue
2. have as a result or residue; "The water left a mark on the silk dress"; "Her blood left a stain on the napkin"
      Synonyms: leave lead

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