Meaning of unintended consequence | Babel Free
Definitions
An outcome of a purposeful action that is not intended or foreseen.
in-plural
Examples
“Over the past several years we’ve learned a lot about the unintended consequences of social media. Platforms intended to bring us closer together make us angrier and more isolated.”
CEFR level
B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.