consequently

adverb

con·​se·​quent·​ly ˈkän(t)-sə-ˌkwent-lē 

-si-kwənt-

: as a result : in view of the foregoing : accordingly

The words are often confused and are consequently misused.

Synonyms

• accordingly
• ergo
• hence
• so
• therefore
• thereupon
• thus
• wherefore

Examples of consequently in a Sentence

taxes were lowered, and consequently complaints were fewer

Recent Examples on the Web

All of these nutrients help support gut health and consequently, the immune system, which in turn helps prevent disease. —Desireé Oostland, Vogue, 22 May 2025

In the early hours of the morning, Abigail had a stomach ache and consequently threw up. —Daniella Gray, MSNBC Newsweek, 21 May 2025

Builders consequently are producing more rental apartments than ownership homes because that is what consumers can afford and what many prefer. —U T Readers, San Diego Union-Tribune, 19 May 2025

The Federal Open Market Committee, or FOMC, is not expected to cut interest rates, but any unexpected commentary from Fed Chair Jerome Powell could move markets and, consequently, mortgage rates more decisively. —Diana Olick, CNBC, 7 May 2025

Word History

Etymology

Middle English, "subsequently, afterward, as a result," from consequent "resulting, conclusive, consequent entry 2" + -ly -ly entry 2

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

consequently

adverb

con·​se·​quent·​ly ˈkän(t)-sə-ˌkwent-lē 

-si-kwənt-

: as a result : accordingly