corollary

[ˈkɒrələri]

corollary Definition

a proposition that follows from (and is often appended to) one already proved..

Using corollary: Examples

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

• Example

  The corollary of this theory is that...

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  The corollary of the first law of thermodynamics is that energy cannot be created or destroyed.

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  The corollary to this argument is that...

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  One corollary of the new policy is that...

corollary Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for corollary

• consequence
• result
• outcome
• sequel
• effect

Phrases with corollary

• natural corollary

  something that is a logical and expected result of something else

  Example

  A natural corollary of the increase in population is the increase in traffic.

• corollary theorem

  a theorem that follows directly from another theorem

  Example

  The Pythagorean theorem is a corollary of the theorem of Euclid.

• corollary principle

  a principle that is a direct consequence of another principle

  Example

  The corollary principle of the conservation of energy is that energy cannot be created or destroyed.

Origins of corollary

from Latin 'corollarium', meaning 'a deduction, consequence'

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Summary: corollary in Brief

The term 'corollary' [ˈkɒrələri] refers to a proposition that follows from one already proved. It is often used in academic or scientific contexts, exemplified by 'The corollary of the first law of thermodynamics is that energy cannot be created or destroyed.' 'Corollary' extends into phrases like 'natural corollary,' denoting a logical and expected result, and 'corollary principle,' indicating a direct consequence of another principle.