Another word for result
The best other words for result are outcome, finding, ensue and effect.
- Most formal
- resultant, ensue, outcome
- Strongest
- outcome, effect, consequence
- Instead of “clear result”
- answer, outcome, finding
Result /rɪˈzʌlt/ (noun, verb): an effect, outcome, or thing produced by something that happened or was done. In simple words: What happens after something, or the score you get on a test. Below are 20 rated synonyms across 3 senses, plus 23 more related words. Tap a chip for its nuance and an example.
20 synonyms shown
Outcome · noun
the thing that happens at the end
Test score · noun
a score or finding from a test
To occur from · verb
to happen because of something
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- effect — focuses on what something causes
- end result — emphasizes the final, complete outcome
- upshot — informal summary of the practical result
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Antonyms of result
- cause
- origin
- source
- input
- antecedent
All synonyms at a glance
| Synonym | Strength | Formality | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| outcome | 3/5 | formal | academic, business, casual |
| effect | 3/5 | neutral | academic, business, casual |
| consequence | 3/5 | formal | academic, business, casual |
| end result | 3/5 | neutral | academic, business, casual |
| product | 2/5 | neutral | academic, business, casual |
| by-product | 2/5 | formal | academic, business |
| sequel | 2/5 | formal | academic, creative |
| upshot | 3/5 | neutral | business, casual |
| score | 3/5 | neutral | academic, business, casual |
| grade | 3/5 | neutral | academic, casual |
| mark | 3/5 | neutral | academic, casual |
| reading | 2/5 | neutral | academic, business, casual |
| finding | 3/5 | formal | academic, business |
| resultant | 2/5 | academic | academic |
| arise | 3/5 | formal | academic, business |
| stem | 3/5 | formal | academic, business |
| follow | 3/5 | neutral | academic, business, casual |
| ensue | 3/5 | academic | academic, business, creative |
| derive | 2/5 | formal | academic, business |
| occur | 2/5 | neutral | academic, business, casual |
Instead of “very result”
One precise word usually beats an intensifier. See the full words instead of “very” list.
| Instead of | Try |
|---|---|
| clear result | answer, outcome, finding |
| good result | success, win, gain |
| final result | outcome, end, conclusion |
More words related to result
Looser matches and phrases, unrated. Check the sense before you swap one in, or compare it with “result”.
- conclusion
- end
- issue
- aftermath
- aftereffect
- ramification
- outgrowth
- offshoot
- reaction
- response
- return
- payoff
- achievement
- attainment
- yield
- tally
- total
- percentage
- figure
- measurement
- report
- analysis
- verdict
Questions about synonyms for result
What is the most formal or academic synonym for result?
For a general final effect, outcome is usually the safest formal choice, while finding is better for research or study results. In technical writing, resultant can be even more specialized, but it is less common in everyday prose.
What is a stronger or milder alternative to result?
Consequence can feel stronger, especially when the result is serious or undesirable. By contrast, by-product or reading can feel milder or more incidental, depending on context.
When should I use result as a verb instead of a noun?
Use result as a verb in structures like "result from" or "result in" to show causation. For example, "The delay resulted from bad weather" is correct and natural.
What is a more professional word for result?
In formal writing, words like "outcome," "conclusion," or "finding" are often more professional, depending on the context. For test scores or measurements, "result" itself is already standard and appropriate.
What is a stronger word for result?
If you want a stronger or more serious word, try "consequence," "effect," or "ramification." These can suggest a bigger impact than a plain result.