result

noun
UK: /rɪˈzʌlt/
US: /rɪˈzʌlt/

  1. A thing that is caused or produced by something else.

    1. The fire was the result of carelessness. [ ] [ ]
    2. The investigation's result showed that the company was not at fault. [ ] [ ]

  2. A piece of information obtained from a study or experiment.

    1. I am waiting for my test results from the doctor. [ ] [ ]
    2. The result of the survey indicates a growing interest in environmental issues. [ ] [ ]

  3. A good or impressive effect.

    1. Hard work often gets good results in your career. [ ] [ ]
    2. The new policy yielded positive results for the community and local businesses. [ ] [ ]

Synonyms

ensue conclusion develop answer effect outcome arise solution consequence
result verb

  1. To happen or exist because of something.

    1. His action resulted in a big problem. [ ] [ ]
    2. The new software resulted in greater efficiency for the team to use. [ ] [ ]

  2. To achieve an effect or end because of actions.

    1. I hope my studies result in a good job. [ ] [ ]
    2. If these negotiations result in a peace agreement, it would be beneficial. [ ] [ ]

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "result" in English means: A thing that is caused or produced by something else., A piece of information obtained from a study or experiment., A good or impressive effect..

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

Synonyms for "result": ensue, conclusion, develop, answer, effect, outcome, arise, solution, consequence.

Example usage of "result": "The fire was the result of carelessness.". More examples on the page.