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certain outcome

/səˈtɜrn ˈaʊtˌkʌm/ · cer·tain out·come
noun
  1. A definite or inevitable result or consequence of a situation or action. The team's victory was a certain outcome after they won the first two games of the series.
  2. A predetermined or expected result or consequence, often due to a specific set of circumstances or conditions. The forecast predicted a certain outcome for the weather, with clear skies and warm temperatures expected throughout the week.
Did you know? The phrase 'certain outcome' is often used in sports and games to describe a situation where the winner or result is already predetermined, such as a team winning a championship or a player achieving a record-breaking score.
Written by Lexi Wordsworth, Dictionary Editor 2 lookups Added Aug 12, 2026