outcome
gb/ˈaʊtkˌʌm/ us/ˈaʊtkˌʌm/
B1
English
~ 2000
eredmény, kimenetel, végeredmény, eredménymutató, betegkimenetel, tanulási eredmény
NOUN
B1
1
Usage pattern:
the outcome of [something]
The outcome of the election surprised many people.
A választás eredménye sok embert meglepett.
We are still waiting to see the outcome of the experiment.
Még mindig várjuk, mi lesz a kísérlet eredménye.
A good outcome depends on careful planning.
The outcome was better than anyone expected.
Learner examples
The outcome of the game was 2-1.
A meccs végeredménye 2–1 lett.
I am happy with the outcome.
Elégedett vagyok az eredménnyel.
We do not know the outcome yet.
The outcome will be clear tomorrow.
Common mistake:
Learners sometimes confuse 'outcome' with 'income'; 'outcome' is a result, while 'income' is money earned.
Meaning
final result of something
Collocations
positive outcome
|negative outcome
|likely outcome
|final outcome
|possible outcome
Synonyms
result (Most common general synonym; interchangeable in most contexts.)
|
consequence (Implies a result that follows naturally, sometimes with a negative tone.)
Antonyms
cause (Refers to what makes something happen, rather than the result.)
Themes
daily life
|business
|science
|core_vocabulary
Definition
The final thing that happens after an action or event.
The final result or effect produced by an action, event, or process.
NOUN
B2
FORMAL
2
Usage pattern:
the [adjective] outcome of [a project/study/policy]
The study measured patient outcomes after surgery.
A vizsgálat a betegek műtét utáni kimenetelét mérte.
Improving learning outcomes is our main goal.
A tanulási eredmények javítása a fő célunk.
Policy outcomes will be reviewed next year.
Learner examples
The teacher looks at learning outcomes.
A tanár figyeli a tanulási eredményeket.
Doctors want better health outcomes.
Az orvosok jobb egészségi kimeneteleket szeretnének elérni.
We check the outcome of the plan.
Common mistake:
Learners may use 'result' instead of 'outcome' in formal contexts; 'outcome' is preferred when referring to measurable objectives.
Meaning
measured end result
Collocations
health outcomes
|learning outcomes
|policy outcomes
Synonyms
output (Focuses on the product or amount produced, often in business or manufacturing.)
Antonyms
input (Refers to resources or efforts put in rather than results.)
Themes
business
|healthcare
|education
|health
|politics
Definition
A clear result that can be measured to see if something worked.
A specific, often quantifiable, result used to assess success in professional, medical, or policy contexts.
Grammar
Dictionary form
outcome
IPA
GB/ˈaʊtkˌʌm/
US/ˈaʊtkˌʌm/
Syllables & stress
out - come (2 syllables)
Stress on 1st syllable (out)
Word forms
Noun
- Base: outcome
- Plural: outcomes
Word family
Forms
outcomes
noun
Core family
result
noun A2
Related words
effect
noun B1
consequence
noun B1
Negative and opposite forms
cause
noun A2
Expressions
in the event of a negative outcome
1/ˈɪn ðə ɪvˈɛnt əv ə nˈɛɡɪtɪv ˈaʊtkˌʌm/
fixed phrase
formal
if the result is bad
If something ends badly or not as wanted.
Examples
- In the event of a negative outcome, we will review our strategy.
- Plans should be made for what to do in the event of a negative outcome.
outcome of interest
1/ˈaʊtkˌʌm əv ˈɪntɚˌɛst/
fixed phrase
technical
specific result being studied
The exact result that someone wants to study or check.
Examples
- The primary outcome of interest was patient recovery time.
- Researchers defined weight loss as their main outcome of interest.
determine the outcome
1/dɪtˈɚmən ðə ˈaʊtkˌʌm/
fixed phrase
Decide final result of event/process
To have a strong influence on how something ends.
Examples
- The quality of your work will determine the outcome of the project.
- Their strategy could determine the outcome of the election.
determine the outcome
2/dɪtˈɚmən ðə ˈaʊtkˌʌm/
fixed phrase
decide the final result
To make something end in a certain way.
Examples
- One goal could determine the outcome of the match.
- Your actions will determine the outcome of this project.