Outcome
Noun
UK
/ˈaʊt.kʌm/
US
/ˈaʊt.kʌm/
Level: Easy - A1 (Beginner)
Definition
The final result or effect of an action or event.
Example
"The outcome of the match surprised everyone."
"Hard work often leads to a positive outcome in the long run."
"We are still waiting to see the outcome of the important decision."
Explanation
An outcome is the final result of an action, situation, or event. It shows what happens after everything is finished. Outcomes can be good or bad, expected or unexpected. For example, exams have results, decisions have effects, and efforts lead to outcomes. The word focuses on the end result, not the process.