ramifications

The word “ramifications” has 5 syllables: ra-mi-fi-ca-tions.

It's pronounced as /ˌræmɪfɪˈkeɪʃənz/.


What is synonym and antonym for ramifications?

In the thesaurus, “ramifications” has 7 synonyms and 7 antonyms.

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


Synonyms for ramifications

  • complication
  • consequence
  • consequences
  • effects
  • implications
  • outcomes
  • upshot

Antonyms for ramifications

  • cause
  • considerations
  • determinants
  • factors
  • grounds
  • origin
  • source

Meanings of ramifications

  • 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 economic ramifications of the pandemic are still being felt worldwide.
  • He carefully considered the legal ramifications before signing the contract.
  • The environmental ramifications of the oil spill were devastating for the local wildlife.
  • The policy changes have numerous social ramifications that need to be addressed.
  • They didn't anticipate the long-term ramifications of their actions.

On this page you'll find 14 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to ramifications, such as: cause, complication, consequence, consequences, considerations, determinants, effects.

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