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noun

Definition of resultnext
1
as in outcome
a condition or occurrence traceable to a cause the frequent computer crashes are an unexpected result of the new security software we installed

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2
as in answer
something attained by mental effort and especially by computation a nonpartisan panel of experts did the math on the proposed tax cuts and spending programs and the result was an $800 billion federal deficit

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verb

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as in to perform

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as in to follow

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Recent Examples of result
Noun
All of these top-level results have been achieved with the same, once-in-a-lifetime horse — London 52. — Gemma Redrup, New York Times, 13 Aug. 2026 That was the result of better efficiency for Disney’s skip-the-line service and more proactive ride maintenance, according to a Disney spokesperson. — Natasha Chen, CNN Money, 13 Aug. 2026
Verb
Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. — Ca Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 8 July 2026 Yellow deodorant stains result from a chemical reaction between sweat, the aluminum in antiperspirants, and fabric fibers over time, leading to discoloration. — Madeline Buiano, Martha Stewart, 2 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for result
Recent Examples of Synonyms for result
  1. outcome
  2. answer
  3. perform
  4. follow
  5. resultant
  6. solution
  7. act
  8. turn out
Noun
  • Global oil prices have been volatile in recent weeks amid heightened uncertainty about potential outcomes from the Iran war.
    — Sophie Tanno, CNN Money, 8 Aug. 2026
  • The available booking records do not state the outcomes of the cases, and charges are not convictions.
    — Greg Wehner, FOXNews.com, 8 Aug. 2026
Definition of outcome
Noun
  • However Carro rules, his decision will be subject to appeal, meaning a final answer on whether Mangione faces a state trial could take a while.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 15 Aug. 2026
  • Ask the direct question, write down the agreement, and leave room for a thoughtful answer.
    — Tarot.com, New York Daily News, 14 Aug. 2026
Definition of answer
Verb
  • The Republican nominee also said the work agreements that allow many state employees to perform their jobs remotely need reform as well.
    — Keith M. Phaneuf, Hartford Courant, 14 Aug. 2026
  • Ogbonnaya, who performs under his first name, will be on the bill; so will No-Fi RPM, a live-mixing series that Curran and Farlee run with collaborators Estevan Medina, Dillon Kelley and Patrick Mitchell.
    — Hannah Edgar, Chicago Tribune, 14 Aug. 2026
Definition of perform
Verb
  • Inter Miami paid tribute to Lionel Messi’s father, Jorge Messi, after his death following an illness was announced on Saturday.
    — Avi Creditor, New York Times, 9 Aug. 2026
  • While Homer followed warriors sailing home from Troy, the playwright Euripides — writing some three centuries later — turned to the city’s ruins and its women, forced into exile and enslavement.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 9 Aug. 2026
Definition of follow
Noun
  • Their resultant study published in The Astrophysical Journal Letters documents one of the rarest cosmic occurrences on record, while also raising new questions about what’s possible during a supernova explosion.
    — Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 5 Aug. 2026
  • These occur when white dwarfs overfeed on companions and are completely destroyed by the resultant explosion.
    — Robert Lea, Space.com, 24 July 2026
Definition of resultant
Noun
  • Finding a solution for this problem position remains a necessity.
    — Chris Weatherspoon, New York Times, 14 Aug. 2026
  • Spray the solution at key entry points around the house, such as windows, doors and near plumbing.
    — BestReviews, Chicago Tribune, 13 Aug. 2026
Definition of solution
Verb
  • With the leading models becoming ever more powerful, their ability to act in malicious ways is turning into a major threat for corporations and governments, especially as the risk involves hacking into critical computer systems and infrastructure.
    — Anniek Bao, CNBC, 10 Aug. 2026
  • The short-term goal is to host performances by local country acts each month.
    — DeAsia Paige, AJC.com, 10 Aug. 2026
Definition of act
Verb
  • Flock opponents have also turned out at recent city council meetings in Bentonville and Greenwood.
    — Daniel McFadin, Arkansas Online, 14 Aug. 2026
  • For dinner, Ombak turns out lamb chops and salads from Nihi’s organic garden, or moves its kitchen crew to the beach for BBQ parties where everyone’s invited.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 13 Aug. 2026
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“Result.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/result. Accessed 15 Aug. 2026.

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