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What is the difference between consequence and result ?Feel free to just provide example sentences.
What is the difference between consequence and result ?Feel free to just provide example sentences.
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@misokatsu: Both words share a common meaning in that it refers to what comes after an event. The difference is in the connotation. Consequence usually carries a suggestion of something potentially or actually negative. You wouldn't expect someone to say, "as a consequence of your excellent work in the last project, you're getting promoted!" The phrase "face the consequences" also has a negative meaning.
Result is more regularly used in conversation. Ex. "As a result of your hard work, you got a good grade" It is neutral and can be both negative or positive.
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@misokatsu: Both words share a common meaning in that it refers to what comes after an event. The difference is in the connotation. Consequence usually carries a suggestion of something potentially or actually negative. You wouldn't expect someone to say, "as a consequence of your excellent work in the last project, you're getting promoted!" The phrase "face the consequences" also has a negative meaning.
Result is more regularly used in conversation. Ex. "As a result of your hard work, you got a good grade" It is neutral and can be both negative or positive.
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Thank you for the clear answer, Kate! That makes a lot of sense! :)
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You're welcome as always :)
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I would add one more thing.
Consequences and results both come after something... but result also has a sense of completion. Like the results of a sports event, of transactions, of exams, etc.
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Thank you again, Igirisujin! That is helpful too! :)
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