Aftermath (Noun)
Meaning 1
The outcome of an event especially as relative to an individual.
Classification
Nouns denoting natural events.
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Meaning 2
The consequences of an event (especially a catastrophic event); "the aftermath of war"; "in the wake of the accident no one knew how many had been injured".
Classification
Nouns denoting natural phenomena.
Examples
- The city struggled to recover from the aftermath of the devastating hurricane that had destroyed much of its infrastructure.
- In the aftermath of the terrorist attack, the government implemented new security measures to prevent similar incidents.
- The psychological aftermath of the traumatic experience left her with anxiety and depression for years to come.
- The environmental aftermath of the oil spill was severe, with many marine species affected by the pollution.
- The economic aftermath of the recession was felt for decades, with many businesses struggling to stay afloat.