expected consequence
/ɛkˈspɛktɪd kɒnˈsɛkvəns/ · ex.pect.ed con.se.quence
noun
- A predictable or anticipated outcome or result of a particular action or event. The expected consequence of not wearing a seatbelt in a car accident is severe injury or death.
- A logical or reasonable outcome or result of a particular action or event, often based on past experience or knowledge. The expected consequence of not maintaining a car regularly is decreased fuel efficiency and increased repair costs.
Synonyms
foreseen outcomeanticipated resultpredicted effectlogical outcomereasonable consequenceanticipated effectforeseen resultprobable outcome
Antonyms
Did you know? The concept of expected consequence is a fundamental principle in fields such as risk management, decision-making, and problem-solving, where understanding the potential outcomes of different actions is crucial for making informed choices.