The new agreement included a provision that dealt with the ramifications of the outbreak of a war.
Source: tatoeba (2514664)
Ramifications
Synonyms for "ramifications" (11 found)
Ranked by relevance and common usage.
Closest matches (3)
Strong matches (3)
Noun(3 words)
Related words (5)
Noun(5 words)
Choosing the right synonym
- Closest matches in this entry: branching, breach of agreement, component, consequence, effect.
- Sentence evidence is available for ramifications, so synonym choice can be checked against real usage rather than a flat word list.
- Ranking signals come from opengloss, derived_reverse.
Synonym selection checklist
- Match the part of speech before comparing meanings.
- Check whether the synonym changes intensity, formality, or emotional tone.
- Read the replacement inside the full sentence, not just beside "ramifications".
- Prefer the clearest word over the most unusual word when writing for speed or comprehension.
When not to replace "ramifications"
Keep "ramifications" when the sentence already sounds natural, when a synonym would add unintended emphasis, or when readers need the most familiar wording. A synonym should clarify or sharpen the message, not simply make the sentence look more varied.
If two options seem close, choose the one that best matches the audience and purpose of the sentence.
Replacement workflow
1. Preserve meaning
Choose a synonym only if it keeps the core idea of "ramifications" intact in the sentence you are editing.
2. Tune tone
Check whether the replacement sounds more formal, casual, emotional, technical, or forceful than the original word.
3. Re-read context
Read the full sentence after the swap. Keep the synonym only when the sentence becomes clearer or more precise.
Review note: Synonym lists are ranked with lexical data and reviewed for practical writing value. Use the comparison notes, sentence evidence, and source labels together; a high-ranking synonym can still be wrong when the audience, register, or grammar changes.
Final fit check
After choosing a replacement for "ramifications", read the sentence once for meaning and once for rhythm. The best synonym should feel natural in the full sentence, not only accurate in a word list.
If the synonym makes the sentence slower, vaguer, or more dramatic than intended, keep "ramifications" or choose a simpler alternative from the closest-match group.
Related word relations
OpenGloss and ConceptNet supply richer edges like generalizations, collocations, and derivations.
More general
4 entriesMore specific
8 entriesCollocations
6 entrieseconomic ramificationsethical ramificationslegal ramificationslong term ramificationspolitical ramificationsserious ramifications
Derivations
5 entriesSample sentences
10 total sentences available.
This is a vote the ramifications of which are going to last for many generations. We have to think very long-term here. Anyone with a sense of history knows that this country has fought bitterly to maintain its freedom and independence for nigh on a thousand years. My heart wants us to remain in Europe, but my head tells me I have no choice but to vote to leave. I'm going to vote with my head.
Source: tatoeba (5400376)
That couldn't possibly have any negative ramifications.
Source: tatoeba (5829391)
The ramifications of situating an abortion clinic between two churches had yet to be realized.
Source: tatoeba (5887864)
Showing 4 of 10 available sentences.
Common questions
What are the closest synonyms for "ramifications"?
Closest matches include branching, breach of agreement, component, consequence, effect.
How should I check whether a synonym fits "ramifications"?
Compare the replacement against real sentence context. This entry includes sample sentences so you can check tone, grammar, and meaning before swapping words.