Word
outcome
Phoneticsout·come, stress on the first syllable
US/ˈaʊtˌkəm/
UK/ˈaʊtkʌm/
Definitions
01a result
B2 · Upper Intermediate Countable noun General-service
n. the final result or effect of something that has happened.
n. the end result or consequence of an event, process, or series of actions.
日本語:結果※
“The outcome of the election was a surprise to everyone in the country.”
“Economists are closely monitoring the situation, though the final outcome of the trade negotiations remains highly uncertain.”
Synonyms
02learning goals
C1 · Advanced Countable noun Education Academic · Formal
n. the specific things a student is expected to know or do after a course.
n. the anticipated or desired results of a learning experience, often used to measure educational effectiveness.
日本語:成果※
“The teacher explained the learning outcomes at the start of the lesson.”
“The university redesigned the curriculum to ensure that every module aligned with the core professional outcomes required by the industry.”
03probability
B2 · Upper Intermediate Countable noun Mathematics Technical
n. one of the possible results of a test or experiment.
n. a possible result of a random trial or experiment within a sample space.
日本語:結果※
“When you flip a coin, there are only two possible outcomes.”
“The researcher calculated the probability of each individual outcome before proceeding with the large-scale clinical trial.”
Synonyms
04sports score
B2 · Upper Intermediate Countable noun Sports
n. the final score or result of a game.
n. the final scoreline or definitive result of a sporting competition.
“The outcome of the match was a draw, so they had to play again.”
“Despite a strong start by the home team, the eventual outcome of the tournament was decided by a single penalty in the final minutes.”
Collocations
Common phrases and expressions where native English speakers use the word “outcome” in context.
Adjective
01. actual outcome
“The actual outcome of the experiment was quite different from what the scientists had predicted.”
adj + noun
02. desired outcome
“We are working hard to ensure that we achieve the desired outcome for all parties involved.”
adj + noun
03. expected outcome
“A full recovery is the expected outcome if the patient follows the prescribed treatment.”
adj + noun
04. favourable outcome
“The negotiators are optimistic about reaching a favourable outcome by the end of the week.”
adj + noun
05. negative outcome
“The company prepared a contingency plan in case of a negative outcome in the court case.”
adj + noun
06. particular outcome
“The investors were not looking for one particular outcome, but rather general growth.”
adj + noun
07. positive outcome
“Despite the initial setbacks, the project eventually reached a positive outcome.”
adj + noun
08. specific outcome
“The training program is designed to produce a specific outcome in terms of employee skills.”
adj + noun
09. successful outcome
“Clear communication is essential for a successful outcome in any business partnership.”
adj + noun
Noun
10. outcome depend
“The final outcome depends on how well the team performs during the second half of the game.”
noun + verb
11. outcomes of an investigation
12. briefly outcome
Real-World Examples
“Second is the outcome, such as whether you get sick or your symptoms improve.” “When Austria and Algeria met in Group J, the outcome (and therefore the last-32 lineup) was in doubt until the final seconds.” “He stressed that the state would not organise the process or determine its agenda or outcomes.” Etymology
From out + come.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Domains
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.B2 FirstIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.5.5–6.5TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 4.0–4.572–94TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.785–944
- Frequency
- Common
- Level
- B2 · Upper IntermediateOxford
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