World Languages Lexicon
10 Language-to-English DictionariesResult
/rɪˈzʌlt/Comprehensive Definitions & Senses
2 senses- 1
A consequence, effect, or outcome of something.
"The result of the experiment confirmed the initial hypothesis." - 2
The final score or outcome of a competition or game.
"The final result of the match was 3-2 in favor of the home team."
Thesaurus & Semantic Spectrum
Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology
Derived from the Latin 'resultare', meaning 'to spring back, rebound', formed from 're-' (back) + 'saltare' (to leap). Entering Middle English in the 15th century, the term initially described a consequence or outcome that springs from an action before broadening into general application.
Which of the following is the closest synonym for "Result"?
10 Global Lexicons: How "Result" is said worldwide
Click any language below to open its dedicated Language to English dictionary page with native script & transliteration
Résultat
Transliteration: rez-ool-tah
"Le résultat de l'examen a été publié."
Ergebnis
Transliteration: air-gehn-biss
"Das Ergebnis des Tests war positiv."
Risultato
Transliteration: ree-zool-tah-toh
"Il risultato della partita è stato sorprendente."
Resultado
Transliteration: reh-sool-tah-doh
"El resultado de la encuesta fue revelador."
Resultado
Transliteration: heh-zool-tah-doh
"O resultado do exame foi excelente."
परिणाम
Transliteration: parinaam
"परीक्षा का परिणाम कल घोषित किया जाएगा।"
结果
Transliteration: jiéguǒ
"考试的结果已经公布。"
결과
Transliteration: gyeolgwa
"시험의 결과는 다음 주에 발표됩니다."
結果
Transliteration: kekka
"試験の結果は来週発表されます。"
Related Vocabulary Words to Explore
View all English termsPlacing the customer's needs, experiences, and preferences at the center of a business's philosophy, operations, and decision-making.
The cold temperature or biting quality of the air characteristic of winter.
To walk with difficulty, typically because of physical injury or stiffness in the legs or feet.
Explore Nuanced Synonyms for "Result"
Discover exact matches, context-specific alternatives, and antonyms with intensity ratings in the VocabDictionary Thesaurus.
Enhance Your Writing & Grammar Precision
Linguistic Origins & Word Stories
View all stories →How Are Palisade Cells Adapted for Photosynthesis (and Why Are They Called 'Palisade')?
Palisade mesophyll cells are column-shaped, densely packed with chloroplasts, and positioned near the leaf's upper surface to maximize light absorption for photosynthesis. Their name comes from the French word for a defensive fence of wooden stakes, referencing their tightly aligned, upright cellular structure.
What is a SLOT SWOT Analysis and How Do You Actually Do One?
A SLOT SWOT analysis is an expanded strategic planning framework that blends personal or organizational 'SLOT' (Strengths, Limitations, Opportunities, Threats) metrics with traditional 'SWOT' dynamics. It provides a granular approach to evaluating internal capabilities against external market realities.