Choose the perfect synonym or antonym for the word The final result or consequence of an event, process, or situation.
Outcome
/ˈaʊtkʌm/Synonyms:
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Examples:
Siward: The size of both our armies will decide the outcome.
The last outcome he wanted was a Czechoslovakian settlement.
Her dedication and hard work led to a positive outcome.
Etymology:
The term outcome originated from Middle English outcome, derived from Old English ūtcuman, which means to come out. It combines out (meaning outside) and come (meaning to arrive or appear). The term has been in use since the late 14th century.
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