A consequência
Example: A consequência do atraso foi perder o ônibus.
Definition
"A consequência" refers to the result or effect that follows from a particular action or condition, especially in philosophy where it denotes the outcome logically derived from premises or events, as in the example: the consequence of being late was missing the bus.
Etymology
The word "a consequência" comes from the Latin 'consequentia,' meaning 'following closely.' It entered Portuguese by way of Old French, reflecting the idea of something that logically follows or results from something else. Did you know? The concept of consequence has been central to philosophical discussions on cause and effect for centuries.
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