MEANING
A consequence of an action or decision, especially one that creates further effects or complications.
Use it for
tracing indirect consequences of a decision; discussing effects beyond an immediate outcome; anticipating complications across different policy areasHighlights further consequences extending beyond an action’s immediate outcome. Academic functions: Significance / Scope.
Words that belong together
- far-reaching ramifications
- the ramifications of a decision
- ramifications for public policy
On the page
The essay examines the constitutional ramifications of emergency powers.
A change in assessment rules may have ramifications for teaching, admissions, and student support.
Nearby words
Word forms
- Base
- ramification
Usage notes
Countable, usually plural ramifications. Natural pattern: ramifications of + decision, or ramifications for + affected area. Register: formal. Commonness: moderately common (qualitative editorial estimate, informed by dictionaries/corpus).
Practice this word in a sentenceYour margin notes
Keep a thought for later. Sign in to save privately.