| 单词 | consequence |
| 释义 | consequence consequence /ˈkɒn.sɪ.kwəns/ aep /ˈkɑːn-/ noun [C] B2 a result of a particular action or situation, often one that is bad or not convenient: » Not making a will can have serious consequences for the people you might wish to benefit.» Scientists think it unlikely that any species will actually become extinct as a consequence of the oil spill.» I told the hairdresser to do what she wanted to my hair, and look at the consequences!» Well, if you insist on eating so much, you'll have to suffer/take (= accept and deal with) the consequences!Thesaurus+: ↑Outcomes and consequencesof little/no consequence C1 (ALSO not of any/much consequence)F0 not important: » The money was of little consequence to Tony.Thesaurus+: ↑Outcomes and consequencesWord partners for consequence• ♯adverse/♯grave/♯serious/♯unpleasant consequences• ♯dire/♯disastrous/♯fatal/♯tragic consequences• ♯enormous/♯far-reaching/♯long-term/♯major consequences• a ♯possible/♯potential/♯unforeseen consequence• a ♯direct consequence of sth• ♯accept/♯deal with/♯face/♯suffer the consequences• ♯as a consequence (of sth)• consequences ♯for sb/sthWord Builder:–Nouns: consequence–Adjectives: consequent, inconsequential–Adverbs: consequentlyCollocations:–Adjectives-lu. adverse/bad/grave/negative/serious/unpleasant consequences» There will be serious consequences if the situation persists.-lu. catastrophic/damaging/devastating/dire/disastrous/horrendous/horrific/severe/terrible consequences» Civil war has had devastating consequences for the local population.-lu. deadly/fatal/tragic consequences» We deeply regret the tragic consequences that have resulted from misuse of the drug.-lu. enormous/far-reaching/long-term/major consequences» The feelings of guilt a child may suffer can have far-reaching consequences.-lu. an immediate/inevitable/likely/logical consequence» Deteriorating eyesight is an inevitable consequence of ageing.-lu. an important/significant consequence» The decision will have important consequences for children starting school this year.-lu. a possible/potential/probable consequence» People aren't always aware of the possible consequences of cosmetic surgery.-lu. an unexpected/unforeseeable/unforeseen/unfortunate/unintended/unpredictable consequence» One unforeseen consequence was the negative effect on local businesses.-lu. a direct consequence of sth» Global warming is a direct consequence of damage to the ecosystem.–Types-lu. ecological/economic/environmental/financial consequences» It makes sense to consider the financial consequences sooner rather than later.-lu. legal/medical/political consequences» There is some concern about the legal consequences of sudden closure.-lu. emotional/(adverse, serious, etc.) health/practical/social consequences» Continuing to smoke while pregnant can have serious health consequences for an unborn baby.–Verbs-lu. accept/face/look at/take the consequences» You'll just have to tell the truth and face the consequences.-lu. deal with/live with/pay/suffer the consequences» He acted wrongly and now he's having to suffer the consequences.-lu. consider/think about/of/worry about the consequences» Some people don't think of the consequences of buying stolen goods.-lu. foresee/know/understand the consequences» I asked him one or two questions to make sure he understood the consequences of the agreement.-lu. consequences arise/ensue» There are several significant consequences arising from this decision.–Prepositions-lu. as a consequence (of sth)» Six of the thirty-three patients died as a consequence of surgery.-lu. in consequence» This is a popular tourist spot and in consequence the town becomes very noisy and overcrowded in high summer.-lu. consequences for sb/sth» I'm not sure she's fully considered the consequences for the rest of the family.–Phrases-lu. of little/no consequence» The money was of little consequence to Alexia.-lu. regardless of the consequences» She just seems to do what she wants, regardless of the consequences.• • • Extra Examples:» The accident was the inevitable consequence of carelessness.» He left as a direct consequence of what she said.» The drought has had devastating consequences.» The government is trying to do more to educate the public about the consequences of drug abuse.» He always makes snap decisions and never thinks about their consequences. |
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