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result

/ɹɪˈzʌlt/

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noun

That which results; the conclusion or end to which any course or condition of things leads, or which is obtained by any process or operation; consequence or effect.

Examples :

"the result of a course of action; the result of a mathematical operation"

outcome process event achievement essential

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The fruit, beneficial or tangible effect(s) achieved by effort.

Examples :

"The result of studying hard for the exam was a good grade. "

outcome achievement essential

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noun

The decision or determination of a council or deliberative assembly; a resolve; a decree.

Examples :

"The school council's result was to increase student participation in extracurricular activities. "

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noun

A flying back; resilience.

Examples :

"After a tough week at work, his resilience, his ability to fly back from setbacks, was evident in his strong result on the project. "

outcome physics essential

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The final score in a game.

Examples :

"The final result of the soccer game was 3-1. "

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(by extension) A positive or favourable outcome for someone.

Examples :

"The extra study time resulted in a better grade on the history test. "

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verb

To proceed, spring up or rise, as a consequence, from facts, arguments, premises, combination of circumstances, consultation, thought or endeavor.

Examples :

"After careful consideration of her options, the student's interest in a career in medicine resulted from her volunteer work at the hospital. "

outcome process action essential

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verb

(followed by "in") To have as a consequence; to lead to; to bring about

Examples :

"This measure will result in good or in evil."

outcome action process essential

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verb

To return to the proprietor (or heirs) after a reversion.

Examples :

"The house, after the death of the previous owner, resulted to their children. "

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verb

To leap back; to rebound.

Examples :

"The basketball player resulted back onto the court after the hard dunk. "

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interjection

An exclamation of joy following a favorable outcome.

Examples :

""The test results came back, and my sister shouted, 'Result!'" "

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