Definition for CON-SE-QUEN'TIAL

CON-SE-QUEN'TIAL, a.

  1. Following as the effect; produced by the connection of effects with causes; as, a consequential evil.
  2. Having the consequence justly connected with the premises; conclusive. These arguments are highly consequential and concludent to my purpose. – Hale.
  3. Important.
  4. Conceited; pompous; applied to persons.

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