Repercussion

Pronunciation: /ˌriːpərˈkʌʃən/

Repercussion (noun)

  1. an effect or result of an action, often unexpected or negative
  2. a consequence or impact of an event, especially in a study or research context

Examples

  • The new policy had a major repercussion on the local economy.
  • His decision to quit had unforeseen repercussions on his career.

Common collocations: unexpected repercussion, face repercussions, serious repercussion, academic repercussion, face academic repercussions