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result
nounPronunciation
ɹɪˈzʌlt
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Parts of speech
Definitions
noun
- the semantic role of the noun phrase whose referent exists only by virtue of the activity denoted by the verb in the clause
noun
- a statement that solves a problem or explains how to solve the problem
noun
- something that results
noun
- a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon
verb
- come about or follow as a consequence
verb
- issue or terminate (in a specified way, state, etc.); end
verb
- produce as a result or residue
Example sentences
they were trying to find a peaceful solution
the answers were in the back of the book
he computed the result to four decimal places
he listened for the results on the radio
the magnetic effect was greater when the rod was lengthwise
his decision had depressing consequences for business
he acted very wise after the event
nothing will result from this meeting
result in tragedy
The water left a mark on the silk dress
Her blood left a stain on the napkin