as a consequence of

Resulting from this

As a consequence of means because of or as a result of, indicating that what follows caused what came before: As a consequence of the flood, thousands were displaced.

The phrase is slightly formal, often appearing in written contexts where the causal relationship needs emphasis.

It can suggest inevitability or logical outcome rather than mere sequence.

causation

due to

Indicates causation

by reason of · as a result of · in view of

inference

therefore

For that reason

ergo · thereupon · thereby · so · for this reason · as such · given that · under the circumstances

outcome

aftermath

Results following an event

upshot · end result · aftereffect · outgrowth · culmination · denouement · corollary · eventuality · sequelae · fruit

repercussion

fallout

Post-blast atmospheric particles

chain reaction · domino effect · spillover · side effects · reverberations · echoes · knock-on effect · downstream effects · secondary effects · boomerang effect

Opposites
causal relationship

as a consequence ofdespite

In spite of

in spite of · regardless of · notwithstanding · irrespective of · for all

causal direction

as a consequence ofleading to

Bringing about as result

causing · giving rise to · bringing about · producing · in order to

Family

consequence, consequences, consequent, consequential, consequently, inconsequential, inconsequentially

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Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Abstract · Everyday, not technical · Rated G