unintended consequence JUST WRITTEN FOR YOU
/ˌʌnɪnˈtɛndɪd ˈkɒnsɪkwəns/ · un.in.tend.ed.con.se.quence
noun
- An effect or result that is not anticipated or planned for, often having an adverse impact. The new policy had an unintended consequence of increasing the company's expenses.
- A secondary or indirect effect that arises from a particular action or decision. The government's decision to cut funding for the project had an unintended consequence of reducing the number of jobs available in the area.
Synonyms
unforeseen effectunplanned outcomeside effectbyproductspin-offcollateral damageknock-on effectripple effect
Antonyms
Did you know? The concept of unintended consequences has been widely used in fields such as economics, politics, and environmental science to highlight the potential risks and unforeseen effects of human actions.