Result — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

verb noun /ri-ˈzəlt/ re·sult

Meaning & Definition of Result

Result (verb)

  1. to proceed or arise as a consequence, effect, or conclusion
  2. to have an issue or result
  3. revert

Result (noun)

  1. something that results as a consequence, issue, or conclusion; also, beneficial or tangible effect, fruit
  2. something obtained by calculation or investigation

Result (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. a condition or occurrence traceable to a cause

    "the frequent computer crashes are an unexpected result of the new security software we installed"

    similar: aftereffect, aftermath, backwash, child, conclusion, consequence, corollary, development, effect, fate, fruit, issue, outcome, outgrowth, precipitate, product, resultant, sequel, sequence, upshot, matter of course
    related: ramification, denouement, echo, implication, repercussion, afterclap, afterglow, aftershock, blowback, by-product, fallout, offshoot, ripple, side effect, spin-off
    opposite: antecedent, causation, cause, occasion, reason
    near: consideration, determinant, factor, base, basis, foundation, ground, groundwork, impetus, incentive, inspiration, instigation, stimulus, mother, origin, root, source, spring

  2. something attained by mental effort and especially by computation

    "a nonpartisan panel of experts did the math on the proposed tax cuts and spending programs and the result was an $800 billion federal deficit"

    similar: answer, solution
    related: conclusion, determination, explanation, finding, clue, key

Result (verb) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. as in pan out, redound

    similar: pan out, redound, act, operate, perform, take, work, behave, react, respond, affect, influence, sway
    opposite: backfire, fizzle

  2. as in follow, turn out

    similar: fall out, follow, turn out, intervene, go off, proceed, arise, come up, crop (up), materialize, spring (up), break, develop, rise, shape (up), be, befall, betide, chance, come, come about, come down, come off, cook, do, go down (slang), go on, hap, happen, occur, pass, transpire

Related Entry: Result (in) (verb)

Result (in) is a different word from Result. The synonyms below are for result (in), not for result.

  1. to be the cause of (a situation, action, or state of mind)

    "the mix of icy conditions and rush-hour traffic resulted in a number of accidents on the interstate"

    similar: beget, breed, bring, bring about, bring on, catalyze, cause, create, do, draw on, effect, effectuate, engender, generate, induce, invoke, make, occasion, produce, prompt, spawn, translate (into), work, yield, bring forth, give rise to
    related: conduce (to), contribute (to), decide, determine, begin, establish, father, found, inaugurate, initiate, innovate, institute, introduce, launch, pioneer, set, set up, start, advance, cultivate, develop, encourage, forward, foster, further, nourish, nurture, promote, enact, render, turn out
    near: impede, limit, restrict, clamp down (on), crack down (on), crush, dampen, put down, quash, quell, repress, smother, squash, squelch, stifle, subdue, suppress, arrest, check, control, curb, inhibit, rein (in), restrain, retard, can (slang), kill, snuff (out), still, abolish, demolish, destroy, extinguish, liquidate, quench

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Result

The most common words with a similar meaning to Result:

Slang: go down
aftereffect, aftermath, backwash, child, conclusion, consequence, corollary, development, effect, fate, fruit, issue, outcome, outgrowth, precipitate, product, resultant, sequel, sequence, upshot, answer, solution, matter of course, pan out, redound, act, operate, perform, take, work, behave, react, respond, affect, influence, sway, fall out, follow, turn out, intervene

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Result

Words with the opposite meaning of Result:

antecedent, causation, cause, occasion, reason, backfire, fizzle

Related Words for Result

ramification, denouement, echo, implication, repercussion, afterclap, afterglow, aftershock, blowback, by-product, fallout, offshoot, ripple, side effect, spin-off, determination, explanation, finding, clue, key

Near Antonyms of Result

consideration, determinant, factor, base, basis, foundation, ground, groundwork, impetus, incentive, inspiration, instigation, stimulus, mother, origin, root, source, spring

Word Forms of Result

Inflections: resulted, resulting, results

Derived words: resultful (adjective), resultless (adjective)

Origin & Etymology of Result

Middle English, from Medieval Latin resultare, from Latin, to rebound, from re- + saltare to leap saltation

First known use: 15th century

Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Result

Words & Phrases Containing Result

result in, as a result, get a result, with the result that

Frequently Asked Questions about Result

What does "Result" mean?

"Result" means to proceed or arise as a consequence, effect, or conclusion. As an a verb and a noun, it is defined as: to proceed or arise as a consequence, effect, or conclusion. It has 4 distinct senses.

What is another word for "Result"?

Other words for "Result" include aftereffect, aftermath, backwash, child, conclusion, consequence, corollary and development. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Result" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Result"?

There are 88 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Result". Common alternatives include aftereffect, aftermath, backwash, child, conclusion, consequence, corollary, development, effect and fate.

What is the opposite of "Result"?

Antonyms of "Result" include antecedent, causation, cause, occasion, reason, backfire and fizzle. Near antonyms include consideration, determinant, factor and base.

How do you use "Result" in a sentence?

Examples of "Result" in a sentence: "the frequent computer crashes are an unexpected result of the new security software we installed"; "a nonpartisan panel of experts did the math on the proposed tax cuts and spending programs and the result was an $800 billion federal deficit".

Is "Result" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Result" can be used as a verb and a noun, depending on the context.

Is "Result" useful for IELTS, TOEFL, and other English exams?

As an A2-level word, "Result" is typical of Cambridge A2 Key (KET), PTE Academic 30–42, TOEIC Listening & Reading 225+.

How do you pronounce "Result"?

"Result" is pronounced /ri-ˈzəlt/ and divided into syllables as re·sult.