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Meaning of result

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

result

Pronunciation:/ɹɪˈzʌlt/

noun

Definitions

  1. That which results; the conclusion or end to which any course or condition of things leads, or which is obtained by any process or operation; consequence or effect.

    Example: the result of a course of action;  the result of a mathematical operation

  2. The fruit, beneficial or tangible effect(s) achieved by effort.

  3. The decision or determination of a council or deliberative assembly; a resolve; a decree.

  4. A flying back; resilience.

verb

Definitions

  1. To proceed, spring up or rise, as a consequence, from facts, arguments, premises, combination of circumstances, consultation, thought or endeavor.

  2. (followed by "in") To have as a consequence; to lead to; to bring about

    Example: This measure will result in good or in evil.

  3. To return to the proprietor (or heirs) after a reversion.

  4. To leap back; to rebound.

interjection

Definitions

  1. An exclamation of joy following a favorable outcome.