consequently

adverb

con·​se·​quent·​ly ˈkän(t)-sə-ˌkwent-lē How to pronounce consequently (audio)
-si-kwənt-
Synonyms of consequently
: as a result : in view of the foregoing : accordingly
The words are often confused and are consequently misused.

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taxes were lowered, and consequently complaints were fewer
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The perception is that teams in salary cap sports are worth more, and consequently sell for more, than those in baseball. — Jim Alexander, Oc Register, 29 May 2026 And that means that there are consequently are a lot of potential insiders. — Jon Wertheim, CBS News, 28 June 2026 They were informed in no uncertain terms that Yildiz was not for sale, and are consequently pursuing other options. — David Ornstein, New York Times, 12 June 2026 The World Cup has brought an onslaught of international soccer fans, and consequently, taste buds. — Jenna Thompson june 23, Kansas City Star, 23 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for consequently

Word History

Etymology

Middle English, "subsequently, afterward, as a result," from consequent "resulting, conclusive, consequent entry 2" + -ly -ly entry 2

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of consequently was in the 15th century

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“Consequently.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/consequently. Accessed 9 Jul. 2026.

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consequently

adverb
con·​se·​quent·​ly ˈkän(t)-sə-ˌkwent-lē How to pronounce consequently (audio)
-si-kwənt-
: as a result : accordingly

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