Definitions
1.NounAn effect; something that follows a cause as a result.
An unwanted or unpleasant effect."I'm warning you. If you don't get me the report on time, there will be consequences."
2.NounAn unwanted or unpleasant effect."I'm warning you. If you don't get me the report on time, there will be consequences."
3.Nounconsecution; chain of causes and effects.
4.Nounconclusion, deduction or inference; the thing concluded.
5.NounImportance, influence, or significance."My opinions are of no consequence whatsoever to my parents."
6.VerbTo threaten or punish (a child, etc.) with specific consequences for misbehaviour.