Synonyms

consequently

American

[kon-si-kwent-lee, -kwuhnt-] / ˈkɒn sɪˌkwɛnt li, -kwənt- /

adverb

as a result, effect, or outcome; therefore.

There has been a great deal of rain and consequently the reservoirs are full.

consequently British

/ ˈkɒnsɪkwəntlɪ /

adverb

as a result or effect; therefore; hence

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Related Words

See therefore.

Etymology

Origin of consequently

First recorded in 1375–1425; consequent + -ly

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Example Sentences

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Sales of items such as clothing and toys from China have suffered consequently.

From BBC

Questions remain about whether OpenAI will be able to monetize and uphold its cloud commitments and, consequently, if Oracle can convert its future deal pipeline into revenue.

From MarketWatch

Also on the central bank’s radar: sharp corrections in global financial markets or an abrupt pullback in artificial-intelligence investment, which would weigh on growth and consequently lower inflation.

From The Wall Street Journal

Environmental consultants even determined a few smaller buildings could not be effectively decontaminated and consequently had them demolished.

From Los Angeles Times

He stated multiple invoices had been received which "raised the alarm" and "consequently we have discovered considerable disparities".

From BBC

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