consequently.

as a result of what has just been stated

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Words that belong together

• consequently
• the results
• consequently limited
• consequently require

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The sample excludes rural households; consequently, the findings have limited scope.

Several records were missing, and consequently the estimate is uncertain.

The rule changed; consequently, earlier applications had to be reviewed.

Usage notes

Primary curation section: Academic. Signals consequence rather than simple chronological sequence. Do not substitute it for subsequently when no causal relation is intended. Not normally compared. Related adjective: consequent.