consequently

[kon-si-kwent-lee, -kwuhnt-]

adverb

1. as a result, effect, or outcome; therefore.

   There has been a great deal of rain and consequently the reservoirs are full.

consequently

/ ˈkɒnsɪkwəntlɪ /

adverb

1. as a result or effect; therefore; hence

Word History and Origins

Origin of consequently¹

First recorded in 1375–1425; consequent + -ly

Synonym Study

See therefore.

Example Sentences

Private investors are throwing millions of dollars at the problem, and consequently, a slew of entrepreneurs and former firefighters are trying their hand at developing high-tech solutions.

From Los Angeles Times

They can lose their jobs or income while they’re incarcerated, and consequently face greater pressure to plead guilty even if they’re innocent.

From Los Angeles Times

Roosevelt eventually gave up on manipulating the price of gold and consequently the value of the dollar.

From Los Angeles Times

The former minister says there was simply less space for fracking in the UK than in the US and consequently more obstacles in the way.

From BBC

"The failure by Hichilema to rein in on the unruly conduct of his officials and supporters has fed public perception that the president approves of such conduct and consequently heightened divisions."

From BBC