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Unintended consequence
Noun
Word Frequency:
0.2
Definitions
1.
Noun
An outcome of a purposeful action that is not intended or foreseen.
Synonyms
side effect
consequence
law of unintended consequences
accident
nonconsequence
counter-intention
inadvertence
unpurpose
afterclap
contretemps
more than one bargained for
inconsequency
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