Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
suffer-the-consequence
idiom
suh-fur thuh kon-si-kwens
Definition
To experience the negative results of a particular action or decision.
Examples
- If you ignore the rules, you will suffer the consequences.
- He didn’t study for the exam and had to suffer the consequences of his procrastination.
Meaning
This phrase refers to facing the repercussions or penalties that follow one’s choices or behaviors.
Synonyms
- face the music
- pay the price
- bear the brunt
