Upshot

Meaning

the final result or outcome of a series of events; conclusion

The final result or outcome of a process or situation.

Example Sentences

The upshot of the meeting was a decision to postpone the project.

The upshot of the meeting was that the plan was postponed.

Example Expressions

the upshot is

Synonyms

result, outcome, consequence, conclusion, effect

Entry 1

result, outcome, consequence, conclusion

Entry 2

result, outcome, consequence, conclusion, effect

Antonyms

beginning, cause, origin

Entry 1

beginning, cause, origin

Entry 2

cause, origin, beginning

Collocations

upshot of, final upshot, upshot was, inevitable upshot, upshot of events

Entry 1

upshot of, final upshot, upshot was

Entry 2

final upshot, inevitable upshot, upshot of events