WORD OF THE DAY
Word/Term:
ramification
Meaning:
A (usually unforeseen) development arising from, and complicating a plan, decision, or judgement.
Age Group:
Advanced
Subject:
Language and Literature
Part of Speech:
Noun
Origin:
This word is modified from Middle English ramifien ('to branch out'), and can be traced to Latin ramus meaning 'branch'.
Usage Example:
Today's paper carried a write-up on the far-reaching ramifications of the court decision on labour laws.
Synonym:
implication, consequence