Consequential
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˌkɑnsɪˈkwɛnʃəl/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Consequential is an adjective meaning Following as a result.
Meaning
Following as a result.
More Meanings
- Having significant consequences; of importance.
- Important or significant.
- (of a person) Self-important.
Example Sentences
The more profound and consequential the issue, the more stubborn our denial.
He was a very short, fat little man, with immensely long grey side-whiskers, and a most consequential manner.
Synonyms for consequential
Depending on context, synonyms include considerable, important, eventful.
Antonyms for consequential
Common opposites include inconsequential.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include important, eventful, consequent, follow-up, resultant, consequently.
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