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consequently (adverb)

Used as a logical connector to indicate that something happens as a direct result or effect of a preceding event or situation. It establishes a clear cause-and-effect relationship, typically within formal or academic discourse.

💬 Example

"I missed the last bus home; consequently, I had to take an expensive taxi."

💡 Memory Tip

Think of 'con-SEQUENCE-ly'. A SEQUENCE is an order of events. Consequently introduces the next event in the sequence tha...

🏛️ Origin

🔗 Synonyms
therefore thus hence accordingly as a result
⚠️ Common Mistakes

Using a comma instead of a semicolon before 'consequently' to join two independent clauses. → Use a semicolon. (e.g., It rained; consequently, we stayed inside.)

Confusing 'consequently' with 'subsequently'. → Use 'consequently' for results, 'subsequently' for time sequence.

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