ramification
Translation
consequence, implication, complication
Examples
The decision had serious ramifications.
The decision had serious ramifications.
We considered all the possible ramifications.
We considered all the possible ramifications.
Grammar Patterns
((the)) ramifications ((of sth.)) the consequences of (sth.) The decision had serious ramifications.
Similar Words
Synonyms: consequence, result, implication, effect
Etymology
From Latin 'ramus' (branch) + 'facere' (to make). It literally means 'to make branches', referring to how consequences branch out from an action.
Memory Tips
Think of a tree branch ('ramus') splitting into smaller branches – these are the 'ramifications' of the main trunk.