Result Definition & Meaning

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"
  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"
  3. something that results; "he listened for the results on the radio"
  4. the semantic role of the noun phrase whose referent exists only by virtue of the activity denoted by the verb in the clause
verb
  1. issue or terminate (in a specified way, state, etc.); end; "result in tragedy"
  2. have as a result or residue; "The water left a mark on the silk dress"; "Her blood left a stain on the napkin"
  3. come about or follow as a consequence; "nothing will result from this meeting"

Synonyms for result

answer noun

a statement (either spoken or written) that is made to reply to a question or request or criticism or accusation

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consequence noun

a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon

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effect noun

a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon

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ensue verb

issue or terminate (in a specified way, state, etc.); end; "result in tragedy"

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issue noun

an important question that is in dispute and must be settled

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lead noun

an advantage held by a competitor in a race

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leave noun

the period of time during which you are absent from work or duty

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outcome noun

something that results; "he listened for the results on the radio" a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some

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resolution noun

a formal expression by a meeting; agreed to by a vote the ability of a microscope or telescope to measure the angular

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solution noun

a homogeneous mixture of two or more substances; frequently (but not necessarily) a liquid solution

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"Result" in song lyrics

See how result is used in real songs:

  • "And listeners where we vote out ya CD and vinyl, the final result"
    Chino XL — What You Got?
  • "To blame it on a color won't get a result"
    DC Talk — Socially Acceptable
  • "Fear is often even a better end result"
    Dom Pachino — Welcome to the Show

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Frequently asked questions

What does result mean?
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" 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" something that results
What part of speech is result?
Result is a noun and a verb.
How many definitions does result have?
Result has 7 definitions across 2 parts of speech (noun, verb).

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