Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
repercussion
noun
/ˌriːpərˈkʌʃən/
Definition
An unintended consequence occurring some time after an event or action, especially an adverse one.
Examples
- The economic repercussions of the pandemic are still being felt.
- His decision to leave the company had far-reaching repercussions for his colleagues.
Meaning
Repercussion refers to the effects or results that follow from an action, particularly those that are not immediately obvious and can have negative outcomes.
Synonyms
- consequence
- impact
- result
- aftermath
