resulting
|re-sult-ing|
B2
/rɪˈzʌltɪŋ/
(result)
outcome
Etymology
Etymology Information
'result' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'resultare,' where 're-' meant 'back' and 'saltare' meant 'to jump.'
Historical Evolution
'resultare' transformed into the French word 'résulter,' and eventually became the modern English word 'result' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to jump back,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to occur as a consequence.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
occurring as a consequence or outcome of something.
The resulting damage was extensive.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:41