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consequent Synonyms

Another word for consequent

Choosing another word for consequent depends on context, so the 15 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 3 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• adjective (Context 1)

Following as a natural result, effect, or logical conclusion.

Usage Example

"The prolonged drought and the resulting shortage of grain led to a sharp rise in food prices."

Strongest
resulting
resultant
ensuing
Strong
subsequent
following
attendant
accompanying

• noun (Context 2)

Something that naturally follows or results from an earlier event or condition.

Usage Example

"Economic stability is often viewed as a direct consequence of sound fiscal policy."

Strongest
consequence
result
outcome
effect
Strong
aftermath
upshot
corollary

• noun (Context 3)

The second part of a conditional proposition (the 'then' clause) whose truth is stated to depend on that of the antecedent.

Usage Example

"In the logical statement 'If it rains, the streets get wet,' the second clause serves as the apodosis."

Strongest
apodosis

Opposites of consequent

The opposite of consequent shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

antecedent
cause
preceding
prior
origin
causal
causative
precursor
See all opposites of consequent

• Nearby Words

consensus
consent
consequence
consequent
consequential
consequentially
consequently

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Consequent. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/consequent
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