Result

Definition

The term "result" refers to the outcome, effect, or consequence of an action, process, or event, or the act of emerging as an outcome.

Parts of Speech

• Noun
• Verb

Pronunciation

American English

• IPA Pronunciation: /rɪˈzʌlt/
• Respelling: ri-ZULT

British English

• IPA Pronunciation: /rɪˈzʌlt/
• Respelling: ri-ZULT

Etymology

The word "result" originates from the Latin "resultare," meaning "to leap back," derived from "re-" (back) and "salire" (to leap). It entered Middle English in the 14th century through Old French "resulter."

Derivatives

• Resultant (adjective/noun)
• Resulting (adjective/verb)
• Resultant force (noun, physics)
• End result (noun)
• Irresultive (adjective, rare)

Synonyms

• Outcome
• Consequence
• Effect

Antonyms

• Cause
• Origin
• None

Usage

The term "result" is frequently used to describe outcomes in various fields, such as science, education, and daily events. For example, "The experiment yielded significant results," or "Her hard work resulted in success."

Related Terms

• Effect: A change that is a consequence of an action.
• Outcome: The final product or conclusion of a process.
• Consequence: A result or effect of an action or condition.

Detailed Definitions

Noun

• The outcome or effect of an action or event: Refers to what happens as a consequence of a particular process, decision, or occurrence.
  • Example: "The result of the test was positive."
• The score or conclusion of a competition or calculation: Describes the final value, outcome, or judgment derived from an event, contest, or numerical process.
  • Example: "The match ended with a surprising result."
• A response or consequence triggered by specific conditions: Indicates an outcome that directly follows from a set of circumstances or causes.
  • Example: "The delay was a result of poor planning."

Verb

• To occur as a consequence of an action or event: Means that something happens because of something else, typically as a natural or expected effect.
  • Example: "Her injury resulted from the fall."
• To emerge as a conclusion or outcome: Refers to reaching a final state, effect, or resolution following a process or series of events.
  • Example: "The negotiation resulted in a successful agreement."