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Definition of upshot

upshot

/ˈʌp.ʃɑːt/
up · shot
Plural:upshots
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upshot Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

The final or eventual outcome, conclusion, or result of a discussion, action, or series of events.

Example

"The upshot of the lengthy negotiations was that both companies agreed to share the research costs."

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Word Nuance & Usage

'Upshot' is almost always preceded by the definite article 'the' (e.g., 'the upshot of the meeting') and is used predominantly in the singular to summarize a final result.

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Word Origin & Etymology

Coined in the early 16th century from 'up' and 'shot', originally referring to the final shot that decided an archery match before evolving to mean any final conclusion or outcome.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Upshot. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/upshot
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