Upshot

Pronunciation: /ˈʌpˌʃɑt/

Definitions of upshot

noun the final result or outcome of a situation or action

Example Sentences

A1 The upshot of the story was that the princess lived happily ever after.

A2 The upshot of the meeting was that we need to increase our sales targets.

B1 The upshot of the research study was that exercise can improve mental health.

B2 The upshot of the negotiations was a new trade agreement between the two countries.

C1 The upshot of the investigation was the arrest of several high-ranking officials.

C2 The upshot of the court case was a landmark decision that changed the legal landscape.

Examples of upshot in a Sentence

formal The upshot of the meeting was that the project would be delayed by two weeks.

informal The upshot of all this is that we get to leave work early today!

slang The upshot of the party was that we all got free drinks all night.

figurative The upshot of taking risks is that you might end up with great rewards.

Grammatical Forms of upshot

• past tense: upshot
• plural: upshots
• comparative: more upshot
• superlative: most upshot
• present tense: upshots
• future tense: will upshot
• perfect tense: have upshot
• continuous tense: is upshotting
• singular: upshot
• positive degree: upshot
• infinitive: to upshot
• gerund: upshotting
• participle: upshotting

Origin and Evolution of upshot

First Known Use: 1300 year

Language of Origin: Old English

Story behind the word: The word 'upshot' originated from Middle English, derived from the Old English word 'upscot' meaning a final payment or settlement.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the meaning of 'upshot' evolved to refer to the final outcome or result of a situation or event.