Word Definition

Consequent

  1. That which follows from propositions by rational deduction; that which is deduced from reasoning or argumentation; a conclusion, or inference.
  2. Following by necessary inference or rational deduction; as, a proposition consequent to other propositions.
  3. That which follows, or results from, a cause; a result or natural effect.
  4. The second term of a ratio, as the term b in the ratio a:b, the first a, being the antecedent.
  5. Following as a result, inference, or natural effect.

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