adverse consequence
/ædˈvɜrs ˈkɒnsɪkwəns/ · ad·verse con·se·quence
noun
- An unfavorable or harmful result that follows from an action, event, or condition. The new tax law had several adverse consequences, including reduced consumer spending.
Synonyms
negative outcomedetrimental resultunfavorable effectunintended falloutrepercussiondrawbackpenaltybacklash
Antonyms
Did you know? The phrase gained prominence in risk‑assessment literature of the 1970s, where analysts distinguished ‘adverse consequences’ from mere side effects to prioritize mitigation strategies.