Ramification

Pronunciation: /ˌræmɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/

Definitions of ramification

noun a consequence of an action or event, especially when complex or unwelcome

Example Sentences

A1 I don't understand the ramification of my actions.

A2 The ramification of the new law is still unclear.

B1 The company is considering the ramification of expanding into new markets.

B2 The ramification of the decision will have a significant impact on the economy.

C1 The scientist discussed the ramification of their research findings in great detail.

C2 The political analyst analyzed the ramification of the policy change on international relations.

Examples of ramification in a Sentence

formal The decision to cut funding for education will have serious ramifications on the quality of schools.

informal If you don't study for the test, the ramifications could be pretty bad.

slang Skipping class might seem cool, but the ramifications are not worth it.

figurative The ramifications of her actions spread like wildfire, affecting everyone around her.

Grammatical Forms of ramification

• past tense: ramified
• plural: ramifications
• comparative: more ramified
• superlative: most ramified
• present tense: ramifies
• future tense: will ramify
• perfect tense: has ramified
• continuous tense: is ramifying
• singular: ramification
• positive degree: ramification
• infinitive: to ramify
• gerund: ramifying
• participle: ramifying

Origin and Evolution of ramification

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'ramification' originated from the Latin word 'ramificatio', which is derived from the verb 'ramificare' meaning 'to branch out'.

Evolution of the word: Initially used to refer to the act of branching out or dividing into branches, the word 'ramification' has evolved to also signify the consequences or results of an action, decision, or event.