CONSEQUENTIAL


Meaning of CONSEQUENTIAL in English

transcription, транскрипция: [ kɒnsɪkwenʃ(ə)l ]

1.

Consequential means the same as consequent . ( FORMAL )

The actual estimate for extra staff and consequential costs such as accommodation was an annual £9.18m.

= consequent

ADJ : ADJ n

2.

Something that is consequential is important or significant. ( FORMAL )

From a medical standpoint a week is usually not a consequential delay.

= significant

≠ inconsequential

ADJ

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