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    repercussion
    /ˌriːpəˈkʌʃn/

    noun

    • 1. an unintended consequence of an event or action, especially an unwelcome one: "the move would have grave repercussions for the entire region"
    • 2. the recoil of something after impact. archaic

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  2. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › englishREPERCUSSION | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

    REPERCUSSION definition: 1. the effect that an action, event, or decision has on something, especially a bad effect: 2. the…. Learn more.

    • English (US)

      REPERCUSSION meaning: 1. the effect that an action, event,...

    • Portuguese Translation

      repercussion translate: repercussão. Learn more in the...

    • Traditional

      REPERCUSSION translate: （尤指壞的）影響，反響；惡果. Learn more in the...

    • Simplified

      REPERCUSSION translate: （尤指坏的）影响，反响；恶果. Learn more in the...

  3. www.merriam-webster.com › dictionary › repercussionRepercussion Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster

    Repercussion is a noun that means a reflection, a reciprocal action or effect, or a widespread, indirect, or unforeseen effect of something. Learn more about its synonyms, examples, word history, and etymology from Merriam-Webster dictionary.

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  5. dictionary.cambridge.org › us › dictionaryREPERCUSSION definition | Cambridge English Dictionary

    Repercussion is the effect that an action, event, or decision has on something, especially a bad effect. Learn how to use this word in different contexts and see synonyms, collocations, and translations.

  6. www.dictionary.com › browse › repercussionREPERCUSSION Definition & Meaning | Dictionary.com

    Repercussion definition: an effect or result, often indirect or remote, of some event or action. See examples of REPERCUSSION used in a sentence.

  7. www.vocabulary.com › dictionary › repercussionRepercussion - Definition, Meaning & Synonyms | Vocabulary.com

    A repercussion is something that happens because of another action. You could quit paying your rent, but getting evicted from your apartment might be the repercussion.

  8. www.collinsdictionary.com › dictionary › englishREPERCUSSION definition and meaning | Collins English Dictionary

    Repercussion means the result or consequence of an action or event, often indirect or remote. It can also mean a rebound, reflection, or musical repetition. Learn more about its synonyms, pronunciation, and usage.

  9. www.thefreedictionary.com › repercussionRepercussion - definition of repercussion by The Free Dictionary

    1. An often indirect effect, influence, or result that is produced by an event or action. 2. A recoil, rebounding, or reciprocal motion after impact. 3. A reflection, especially of sound.