fallout
Translation
fallout, consequences, repercussions
Examples
The political fallout from the scandal was huge.
The political fallout from the scandal was huge.
They worried about radioactive fallout from the accident.
They worried about radioactive fallout from the accident.
Grammar Patterns
the fallout from ((sth.)) the negative results of an event The political fallout from the scandal was huge.
Similar Words
Synonyms: consequences, repercussions, aftereffects, aftermath
Etymology
A compound word from 'fall' + 'out'. It originally referred to radioactive particles that 'fall out' of the atmosphere.
Memory Tips
Imagine something bad happens, and the negative results 'fall out' and spread everywhere.