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aftermath

UK
/ˈɑːftəmæθ/
US
/ˈæftərmæθ/

Translations

aftermathnoun
aftermaths
pl
UK
/ˈɑːftəmæθ/
US
/ˈæftərmæθ/
The aftermath of the earthquake was devastating.
Les conséquences du tremblement de terre ont été dévastatrices.
Additional translations
lendemainAu sens du temps qui suit immédiatement un événement.
séquellesS’emploie surtout pour les effets durables, souvent négatifs, d’un événement.
regainSens agricole.
Synonyms
consequence
result
outcome
repercussion
fallout
sequel
aftermath
effect
aftermathadjective
UK
/ˈɑːf.tə.mɑːθ/
US
/ˈæf.tɚ.mæθ/
Used attributively before another noun (e.g., "aftermath aid", "aftermath services")

Definitions

aftermathnoun
The consequences or aftereffects of a significant unpleasant event.
The aftermath of the hurricane left the city in ruins.
A new growth of grass following one or more mowings, which can be used as pasture.
The farmers were pleased with the lush aftermath that sprouted after the summer harvest.
The period of time immediately following a significant event, during which its effects are still being felt.
In the immediate aftermath of the explosion, panic spread through the crowd.
aftermathadjective
Relating to or provided for the period following a disastrous or significant event.
Emergency teams offered aftermath support to the affected communities.
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