Academic / B1

ri-ZULT/rɪˈzʌlt/

A result is what happens because of an action or event. Exam results; as a result. Consequence often sounds more serious or negative; outcome is the final picture. Result in + noun = cause that thing. Result from = come from that cause. Learners mix result in and result from.

Meaning

Something that happens because of an action or event.

Examples

• “The result of the test comes on Friday.”
• “The talks resulted in a new agreement.”
• “Her success resulted from years of practice.”

Good to know

as a result. result in = cause. result from = be caused by. Nearby: outcome.

Near in meaning

outcome

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