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result · noun

/rɪˈzʌlt/Full view

result (HAPPEN)

B1 C or U something that happens or exists because something else has happened

Dictionary examples:

Most accidents are the result of human error.

Unemployment has risen as a direct result of new economic policies.

Learner example:

As a result, I am a bit cold now. (Preliminary English Test; B1; Portuguese)

result (INFORMATION)

B1 C information that you get from something such as an exam, a scientific experiment, or a medical test

Dictionary examples:

She's waiting for the results of a blood test.

the results of a survey

Learner example:

Tim was my manager and he had promised me to write as soon as he was able to find out the music quiz results. (Preliminary English Test; B1; Spanish)

result (COMPETITION)

B1 C the score or number of votes at the end of a competition or election

Dictionary examples:

Election results are beginning to come in.

What was the result of this afternoon's game?

Learner example:

The[y] were all so surprised about the result of [the] game Germany against Saudi Arabia that they welcom[ed me] in a very friendly way. (Preliminary English Test; B1; German)

result · verb

/rɪˈzʌlt/

result in sth

B2 to cause a particular situation to happen

Dictionary example:

The fire resulted in damage to their property.

Learner example:

It has resulted in a lack of repair services. (First Certificate in English; B2; Chinese)