result

Noun

• the semantic role of the noun phrase whose referent exists only by virtue of the activity denoted by the verb in the clause

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

• 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
    

• 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
    

Verb

• come about or follow as a consequence
  • nothing will result from this meeting
    

• have as a result or residue
  • The water left a mark on the silk dress
    
  • Her blood left a stain on the napkin
    

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

Related words

• Synonyms: 
  resultant role , resultant , final result , outcome , termination , solution , answer , resolution , solvent , consequence , effect , event , issue , upshot , leave , lead , ensue