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Repercussion: Definition, Examples, and Usage (2 meaning)

Meaning 1：indirect consequence (repercussion)

repercussion 🔊

/ˌriːpərˈkʌʃən/

A result of an action or event, especially a bad one that affects people indirectly or after some time.

Repercussion domino chain reaction showing cause and effect

indirect consequence 🔊

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/ˌɪndəˈrɛkt ˈkɑnsɪkwəns/

A result or effect of an action or event, typically one that is negative and spreads indirectly over time.

📁 Category：Social Economy 🔖 Level：advanced

📘 Details & Usage

📖 Root Explanation

From Latin 'repercutere' (re- 'back' + percutere 'to strike'), literally 'a striking back'.

💡 Mnemonic

Think of a 'repeated percussion' – like drumbeats that cause vibrations long after the initial hit.

📖 Example

The new factory closure had repercussions across the town, with many local shops losing customers. 🔊 The new factory closure had repercussions across the town, with many local shops losing customers.

🔗 Collocations

have repercussions for – to cause indirect effects on

political repercussions – negative consequences in politics

long-term repercussions – effects that persist over a long period

🔄 Synonyms

aftermath (n.) – The consequences or results of a major unpleasant event.

fallout (n.) – The adverse results of a situation or action.

ramification (n.) – A complex or unwelcome consequence of an action or event.

🚫 Antonyms

cause (n.) – Something that gives rise to an action or event.

source (n.) – A point from which something originates.

🌱 Derivatives

repercussive (adj.) – Having the nature of a repercussion; causing indirect effects.

📖 Cultural Story

Originally a medical term in Latin for a rebounding effect (e.g., of a disease). By the 16th century, it broadened to describe indirect consequences in law and society.

Meaning 2：long-lasting aftereffect (repercussion)

repercussion 🔊

/ˌriːpərˈkʌʃən/

The continuing effect or influence of a past event, especially one that is complicated or unwelcome.

long-lasting aftereffect 🔊

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/ˈlɔːŋˌlæstɪŋ ˈæftərɪˌfɛkt/

A continuing effect or influence of a past event, often complex and undesirable, felt over a long period.

📁 Category：Culture & History 🔖 Level：advanced

📘 Details & Usage

📖 Example

The cultural repercussions of that ancient trade route can still be seen in the local architecture and food today. 🔊 The cultural repercussions of that ancient trade route can still be seen in the local architecture and food today.

🔗 Collocations

cultural repercussions – long-term effects on culture

economic repercussions – slow-developing economic consequences

reverberate with repercussions – to continue producing effects

🔄 Synonyms

echo (n.) – A lingering or repeated effect reminiscent of something past.

afterglow (n.) – A pleasant effect that continues after the original event.

🚫 Antonyms

spark (n.) – A small initial action that starts something.

antecedent (n.) – A thing that existed before or logically precedes another.