consequence 
英 [ˈkɒnsɪkwəns]  美 [ˈkɑnsɪˌkwɛns] 
n. 结果；成果；后果；推论；重要性

例句：
His death was totally unexpected and, in consequence, no plans had been made for his replacement. 

他的死亡完全出人意料，因此，根本没有安排替补人选。

Maternity services were to be reduced in consequence of falling birth rates. 

由于出生率下降，孕产服务会随之削减。

people who are suffering and dying as a consequence of cigarette smoking 

因吸烟而患病垂死的人

These pilots must now face the consequences of their actions and be brought to trial. 

这些飞行员现在必须为自己的行为承担后果，接受审判。