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    outcome
    /ˈaʊtkʌm/

    noun

    • 1. the way a thing turns out; a consequence: "it is the outcome of the vote that counts"

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  2. Jun 12, 2012 · noun [ C ] us / ˈɑʊtˌkʌm / Add to word list. the result or effect of an action, situation, or event: It’s too early to predict the outcome of the election. mathematics. An outcome is one of the possible results in a probability (= likelihood) experiment.

  3. The outcome of an activity, process, or situation is the situation that exists at the end of it.

  4. the result or effect of an action or event. The likely outcome is a compromise. Their strategy produced the desired outcome. We are confident of a positive outcome. a favourable/successful outcome. We await the outcome of the election. It is difficult to predict the final outcome. to influence/decide/determine the outcome.

  5. Outcome definition: a final product or end result; consequence; issue.. See examples of OUTCOME used in a sentence.

  6. The meaning of OUTCOME is something that follows as a result or consequence. How to use outcome in a sentence.

  7. OUTCOME definition: the final result of an activity or process: . Learn more.

  8. The result of something, or the consequence of it, is the outcome. If your oldest child announces that your youngest child has climbed onto the roof with a handmade set of wings, you should probably not expect a good outcome.