ramification

The word “ramification” has 5 syllables: ra-mi-fi-ca-tion

It's pronounced as /ˌræmɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/

What is synonym and antonym for ramification?

In the thesaurus, “ramification” has 51 synonyms and 29 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for ramification along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for ramification

afterclap
aftereffect
afterglow
aftermath
aftershock
backwash
bifurcation
blowback
branch
branching
breaking
by-product
child
complication
conclusion
consequence
corollary
denouement
development
divarication
division
echo
effect
ending
excrescence
extension
fallout
fate
forking
fruit
implication
issue
offshoot
outcome
outgrowth
partition
precipitate
product
radiation
repercussion
result
resultant
ripple
sequel
sequence
side effect
side reaction
spin-off
subdividing
subdivision
upshot

Antonyms for ramification

antecedent
base
basis
beginning
causation
cause
consideration
determinant
factor
foundation
ground
groundwork
impetus
incentive
inspiration
instigation
juncture
mother
occasion
origin
reason
root
source
spring
start
stimulus
union
unity
whole

Meanings of ramification

noun
1. A branching-out, the act or result of developing branches; specifically the divergence of the stem and limbs of a plant into smaller ones, or of similar developments in blood vessels, anatomical structures etc.
2. An offshoot of a decision, fact etc.; a consequence or implication, especially one which complicates a situation.
3. An arrangement of branches.

Example Sentences

The new law had significant ramifications for small businesses across the country.
She didn't fully understand the ramifications of her decision until it was too late.
Environmental ramifications of deforestation include loss of habitat and increased carbon dioxide levels.
The CEO considered the ramifications of the merger before giving her final approval.
Political ramifications of the scandal could impact the upcoming election significantly.

On this page you'll find 80 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to ramification, such as: afterclap, aftereffect, afterglow, aftermath, aftershock, antecedent, backwash.

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