consequent
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Definitions ofconsequent
- The second half of a hypothetical proposition; Q, if the form of the proposition is "If P, then Q."
- An event which follows another.
- The second term of a ratio, i.e. the term b in the ratio a:b, the other being the antecedent.
- Following as a result, inference, or natural effect.
Example: "His retirement and consequent spare time enabled him to travel more."
- Of or pertaining to consequences.
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