Result

Pronunciation: /rɪˈzʌlt/

Result (noun)

  1. what happens at the end of an action or event
  2. the score or grade you get after a test or exam
  3. information or data obtained from an experiment or study

Examples

  • The final result was unexpected.
  • We were pleased with the result of the meeting.

Common collocations: achieve a result, positive result, final result, exam result, get results

Result (verb)

  1. to cause something to happen or exist

Examples

  • The changes will result in better performance.
  • Poor planning can result in failure.

Synonyms of Result

Formal

Neutral

Informal

Antonyms of Result

  • When discussing the origin of an event.