Result
rɪˈzʌlt
Definitions
2 meaningsThe outcome or consequence of an action, process, or event.
rɪˈzʌlt
A consequence or outcome of something.
The result of the investigation was a guilty verdict.
💡 Simply: Think of it like this: You study hard for a test, and the result is your grade. It's what happens because of something else you did.
👶 For kids: The thing that happens at the end of something.
More Examples
The project's results were presented at the conference.
What were the results of the election?
How It's Used
"The results of the experiment showed a significant increase in plant growth."
"The financial results for the quarter were above expectations."
"The final result of the game was a tie."
To happen or occur as a consequence; to arise or proceed as a consequence.
rɪˈzʌlt
To occur or follow as a consequence.
His actions resulted in a lot of problems.
💡 Simply: It's like this: if you don't water your plants, they might result in dying. It's what comes next.
👶 For kids: To happen because of something else.
More Examples
The investigation resulted from a tip.
The merger resulted in higher prices.
How It's Used
"The argument resulted in a broken friendship."
"The experiment resulted in a new discovery."
Synonyms & Antonyms
Idioms & expressions
as a result
Consequently; therefore.
"He was late, and as a result, he missed the meeting."
From Middle French *résultat*, from Latin *resultatum*, past participle of *resultere* ('to spring back, rebound').
The word 'result' was used in early scientific writings to describe the outcome of experiments and observations.
Memory tip
Think of the 'end result' after all the work is done.
Word Origin
"to spring back, rebound"