outcome

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outcome

The election outcome was announced on television.

Definition
  1. Noun:
    • A final result or consequence of an action, process, or event: The "outcome" is the end product or situation that exists after a series of actions or a period of time.
    • The way a situation turns out; the end result: It refers to the final state or conclusion reached.
Usage
  • The word "outcome" is a countable noun. It is most commonly used to discuss the result of a specific process, such as an election, a medical treatment, a negotiation, or a game.
  • It is often used with verbs like , , , , and .
  • Common collocations include: , , , , .
Examples
  • Noun:
    • We are all waiting to hear the outcome of the election.
    • The doctor discussed the possible outcomes of the surgery with the patient.
    • The outcome of the negotiations was a new trade agreement.
    • No one could have predicted this surprising outcome.
Advanced Usage
  • "To be contingent on the outcome": To depend on what the final result will be.
    • Our next move is contingent on the outcome of this meeting.
  • "Regardless of the outcome": Without considering what the final result is.
    • We should be proud of our effort regardless of the outcome.
Variants and Related Words
  • Result (n): A thing that is caused or produced by something else; a consequence or outcome. (Often used interchangeably with "outcome," though "result" can be more neutral and immediate.)
  • Consequence (n): A result or effect, typically one that is unwelcome or unpleasant. (Often carries a more negative connotation than "outcome.")
  • Aftermath (n): The consequences or after-effects of a significant, usually unpleasant, event.
  • Upshot (n): The final or eventual outcome or conclusion of a discussion, action, or series of events. (Slightly more informal.)
Synonyms
  • Result
  • Consequence
  • Effect
  • Upshot
  • End result
Antonyms
  • Cause
  • Origin
  • Source
Related Phrases
  • Outcome-based: Focused on or defined by results.
    • The school uses an outcome-based approach to education.
  • Measure the outcome: To evaluate or assess the final result.
    • It's important to measure the outcome of the project to see if it was successful.
outcome

The election outcome was announced on television.

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
  2. something that results
    • he listened for the results on the radio

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