outcome

American  

[out-kuhm] / ˈaʊtˌkʌm /

noun

1. a final product or end result; consequence; issue.

2. a conclusion reached through a process of logical thinking.

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outcome British  

/ ˈaʊtˌkʌm /

noun

1. something that follows from an action, dispute, situation, etc; result; consequence

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Related Words

See end ¹.

Etymology

Origin of outcome

First recorded in 1175–1225, outcome is from the Middle English word utcume. See out-, come

Example Sentences

However, the researchers note that the findings show a correlation, not cause and effect, and that factors like motivation or self-discipline may also influence outcomes.

From Science Daily

“At the very least, markets have received a welcome jolt that is forcing a repricing in the distribution of outcomes” from the conflict, it added.

From The Wall Street Journal

The U.A.E. is pressing for a conclusive outcome to the war.

From The Wall Street Journal

It said the new proposals would enable it to "better align with the current market" and represent the "best possible outcome" in the current climate.

From BBC

In the past, market discipline hasn’t always been enough to prevent private student lenders from partnering with schools with poor outcomes to offer arguably predatory loans often to low-income students.

From MarketWatch

Related Words

• conclusion
• event
• fallout
• issue
• reaction
• result