consequence

/ˈkɒn.sɪ.kwɛns/noun
Elementary
1

An effect; something that follows a cause as a result.

2

An unwanted or unpleasant effect.

3

consecution; chain of causes and effects.

4

conclusion, deduction or inference; the thing concluded.

5

Importance, influence, or significance.

Sound Patterns & Rhymes

Alliteration

Words starting with the same consonant sound — used in poetry and prose to create rhythm, emphasis, and memorable phrasing (e.g. “Peter Piper picked”)

Assonance

Words sharing similar vowel sounds regardless of starting letter — creates internal melody in writing

Consonance

Words sharing similar consonant sound patterns — adds texture and cohesion to writing