Definition

Describing something that comes after or is caused by something else.

Example

The resulting changes in the environment were significant after the new policy was implemented.

Conversation

I heard the project was delayed again.

Yeah, it's frustrating. The resulting timeline is pushing everything back.

I know, I hope it doesn't affect our plans too much.

Same here! It would be nice to stick to the original schedule.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

To happen or occur as a consequence of something else.

Example

The heavy rain caused flooding, resulting in road closures.

Tense Forms

Conversation

I heard that the storm last night caused a lot of damage.

Yeah, I saw some photos online; the flooding was really bad.

It’s crazy how nature can be so powerful, resulting in such chaos.

Root Explanation

Resulting → It is formed from "re-" (meaning back or again) and "salire" (meaning to jump or leap). The word "resulting" refers to something that has jumped back or emerged as a consequence of a particular action or event.

Memory Tip

Think of something that has 'jumped back' ('salire') as a consequence of an action — that's what resulting means.

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