repercussion
|re/per/cus/sion|
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/ˌriːpərˈkʌʃən/
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/ˌriːpəˈkʌʃən/
unintended consequence
Etymology
Etymology Information
'repercussion' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'repercussio,' where 're-' meant 'again' and 'percutere' meant 'to strike.'
Historical Evolution
'repercussio' transformed into the Old French word 'repercussion,' and eventually became the modern English word 'repercussion.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to strike back,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'an unintended consequence.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
an unintended consequence occurring some time after an event or action, especially an unwelcome one.
The decision to cut funding had serious repercussions for the local community.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:41