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 aftermath aftermath /ˈæftərmæθ/

noun

  1. The outcome of an event especially as relative to an individual  ( aftermath , consequence )
    the outcome of an event especially as relative to an individual
      The consequence of their actions led to unexpected outcomes.
    The consequence of their actions led to unexpected outcomes.
  2. The consequences of an event (especially a catastrophic event)  ( aftermath , backwash , wake )
    the consequences of an event (especially a catastrophic event)
     The aftermath of war
    the aftermath of war
     In the wake of the accident no one knew how many had been injured
    in the wake of the accident no one knew how many had been injured