repercussion

[ ree-per-kuhsh-uhn, rep-er- ]

/ ˌri pərˈkʌʃ ən, ˌrɛp ər- /

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noun

an effect or result, often indirect or remote, of some event or action: The repercussions of the quarrel were widespread.

the state of being driven back by a resisting body.

a rebounding or recoil of something after impact.

reverberation; echo.

Music. (in a fugue) the point after the development of an episode at which the subject and answer appear again.

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Origin of repercussion

1375–1425; late Middle English (<Middle French ) <Latin repercussiōn- (stem of repercussiō) a rebounding, equivalent to repercuss(us) (past participle of repercutere to strike back) + -iōn--ion. See re-, percussion

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How to use repercussion in a sentence

Partnering with a beer distributor isn’t something that’s normally done quickly since it can have long-term repercussions.
Craft brewers upend their business models in fight to stay alive|Chris Morris|October 14, 2020|Fortune
On one hand, the choice to wear a mask and stay socially distant can have huge repercussions in spreading or containing the virus.
Five things individuals can do to fight climate change|Tim McDonnell|October 14, 2020|Quartz
For the time being, companies are encouraged to comply with the law, though financial repercussions from the state could kick in at a later date.
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This could create an unwarranted criminal record, with potentially long-lasting repercussions for their education and employment opportunities.
Live facial recognition is tracking kids suspected of being criminals|Karen Hao|October 9, 2020|MIT Technology Review

Climate change can have profound impacts across ecosystems, but rising average temperatures are just one factor among many driving those repercussions.
Nights are warming faster than days. Here’s what that means for the planet.|Ula Chrobak|October 9, 2020|Popular-Science
The only repercussions Iraqi has faced are outside of Egypt, as she lost her place in an upcoming Swiss Film Festival, he added.
Sisi Is Persecuting, Prosecuting, and Publicly Shaming Egypt’s Gays|Bel Trew|December 30, 2014|DAILY BEAST
They still saw white policemen killing unarmed African Americans in what they perceive as cold blood and without repercussions.
Sharpton Recalls Civil Rights Struggle in DC March Against Police Violence|Ben Jacobs|December 13, 2014|DAILY BEAST
Meaningful repercussions and a more effective process of holding people accountable need to be implemented.
George W. Bush’s Puzzling WMD Coverup|Rick Santorum, Pete Hoekstra|October 27, 2014|DAILY BEAST
If the doctor is biased, he may still classify it as a disorder that can lead to legal repercussions.
Coming Out Kinky to Your Doctor, in Black and Blue|Heather Boerner|October 25, 2014|DAILY BEAST
It means that maybe, just maybe, there are repercussions attached to the actions of our reality TV stars.
The Shocking Rise and Fall of ‘Honey Boo Boo’|Kevin Fallon|October 24, 2014|DAILY BEAST
The Minister of Justice walked away, still muttering something about public confidence and political repercussions.
We're Friends, Now|Henry Hasse
The repercussions of the divorce debates were soon drowned out by the noise and excitement of the presidential campaign of 1860.
Susan B. Anthony|Alma Lutz
The "repercussions" of the Jameson Raid were not overlooked.
Mr. Punch's History of Modern England Vol. IV of IV.|Charles L. Graves
It was just at the time of the terrible earthquake at Avezzano, the repercussions of which we felt even at Chateau d'Oex.
An Autobiography|Igor Stravinsky
Never had blow more complex repercussions; and to remember Owen was to cease to think of herself.
The Reef|Edith Wharton

British Dictionary definitions for repercussion

repercussion

/ (ˌriːpəˈkʌʃən) /

noun

(often plural) a result or consequence, esp one that is somewhat removed from the action or event which precipitated itthe repercussions of the war are still keenly felt

a recoil after impact; a rebound

a reflection, esp of sound; echo or reverberation

music the reappearance of a fugal subject and answer after an episode

Derived forms of repercussion

repercussive, adjective

Word Origin for repercussion

C16: from Latin repercussiō, from repercutere to strike back; see percussion

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