chiefoutcome

noun

UK /ˌtʃiːfˈaʊtkʌm/

US /ˌtʃiːfˈaʊtkʌm/

The main result of something.

The chiefoutcome of the school fair was that everyone had fun.

SYNONYMS

main result primary result key result chief result main effect

RELATED WORDS

outcome result consequence effect upshot

OTHER MEANINGS

2. The most important thing that happens because of an action.

The chiefoutcome of the new rule was fewer late arrivals.

3. The final score or decision that matters most.

The chiefoutcome of the match was a tie.

4. The biggest lesson learned from an event.

The chiefoutcome of the trip was learning to work as a team.