repercussions
|re/per/cus/sions|
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/ˌriːpərˈkʌʃənz/
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/ˌriːpəˈkʌʃənz/
(repercussion)
unintended consequence
Etymology
'repercussion' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'repercussio,' where 're-' meant 'again' and 'percutere' meant 'to strike.'
'repercussio' transformed into the French word 'répercussion,' and eventually became the modern English word 'repercussion' through Middle English.
Initially, it meant 'to strike back,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'consequence or effect.'
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 11:40