consequent

CEFRB2

/ˈkɒn.sɪ.kwənt/

adjective · noun

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In plain English

  1. 01

    adjective

    Happening as a result of something else.

  2. 02

    adjective

    Extra detail

    Of a stream, having a course determined by the slope it formed on.

Examples

  • Affirming the consequent is an example of a formal logical fallacy.

  • His retirement and consequent spare time enabled him to travel more.

At a glance

Sits at B2 on the CEFR scale

Senses
5
Parts of speech
2
Citations
4

Deep Dive

adjective

Extra meanings

  1. Of or pertaining to consequences.

  2. Following as a result, inference, or natural effect.

noun

Extra meaning

  1. The second half of a hypothetical proposition; Q, if the form of the proposition is "If P, then Q."

More examples

In context

  • Consequent conduct is specified.

  • The advantages are a saving in weight of about one ton, with consequent reduction in energy consumption; a saving in paint (of some three to four cwt. per car), with a corresponding economy on subsequent overhauls; and lower cleaning costs.

  • Consequents cannot get any better off than at first: they get all the drainage and cannot get more.

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Origin

adjective

Borrowed from Middle French conséquent, from Latin consequens, consequentem, present participle of consequi (“to follow”), from con- + sequi (“to follow”). Compare French conséquent.