fallout

noun
UK: /ˈfɔːlaʊt/
US: /ˈfɑːlaʊt/

  1. The bad results of something.

    1. The fallout from the argument was awful for everyone.
    2. The political fallout after the scandal led to several resignations within the government.

  2. Radioactive dust in the air after a nuclear explosion.

    1. People worried about the fallout after the nuclear accident.
    2. Scientists monitored the fallout from the nuclear test to determine the area of contamination.

Synonyms

aftermath

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "fallout" in English means: The bad results of something., Radioactive dust in the air after a nuclear explosion..

The phonetic transcription of "fallout" is /ˈfɔːlaʊt/ in British English and /ˈfɑːlaʊt/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "fallout": aftermath.

Example usage of "fallout": "The fallout from the argument was awful for everyone.". More examples on the page.