aftermath

[af-ter-math, ahf-]

aftermath Definition

the consequences or result of a significant event, especially a disastrous one.

Using aftermath: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "aftermath" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The aftermath of the hurricane left the city in ruins.

  • Example

    The aftermath of the car accident was devastating.

  • Example

    The company is still dealing with the aftermath of the scandal.

aftermath Synonyms and Antonyms

Phrases with aftermath

  • in the period immediately following a significant event

    Example

    In the aftermath of the earthquake, many people were left homeless.

  • the period following a war, characterized by destruction, loss, and rebuilding

    Example

    The country struggled to recover from the aftermath of the war.

  • to handle or manage the consequences of a significant event

    Example

    The company had to deal with the aftermath of the data breach.

Origins of aftermath

from Old English 'æfter' meaning 'after' and 'mǣþ' meaning 'mowing'

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Summary: aftermath in Brief

'Aftermath' [af-ter-math, ahf-] refers to the consequences or result of a significant event, especially a disastrous one. It can be used to describe the period immediately following an event, as in 'in the aftermath,' or the period following a war, as in 'the aftermath of war.' The phrase 'deal with the aftermath' means to handle or manage the consequences of an event.

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