outcome (B1)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈaʊtkʌm/

Definition

The result or effect of an action, situation, or event.

Examples

• The outcome of the election was announced late last night.

• We are waiting to see the outcome of the negotiations.

• The study showed a positive outcome for patients who received the new treatment.

How to Use outcome

outcome of (prepositional phrase)

Specifies what the result or effect is related to. — "The outcome of the experiment was unexpected."

Synonyms of outcome

Words with a similar meaning to outcome:

• result
• consequence
• effect
• conclusion

Antonyms of outcome

Words with the opposite meaning to outcome:

• cause
• beginning

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