English dictionary
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/r/I/'z/@/lt/@//I/v/
Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.
noun
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a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon
Source: WordNet 3.0
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a statement that solves a problem or explains how to solve the problem
ExamplesHe computed the result to four decimal places.
Source: WordNet 3.0
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something that results
ExamplesHe listened for the results on the radio.
Source: WordNet 3.0
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the semantic role of the noun phrase whose referent exists only by virtue of the activity denoted by the verb in the clause
Synonyms resultant roleSource: WordNet 3.0
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A flying back; resilience.
Source: webster1913
verb
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issue or terminate (in a specified way, state, etc.); end
ExamplesResult in tragedy.
Synonyms ensueSource: WordNet 3.0
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have as a result or residue
Source: WordNet 3.0
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come about or follow as a consequence
ExamplesNothing will result from this meeting.
Source: WordNet 3.0
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To leap back; to rebound.
Source: webster1913