corollary
A natural consequence or result that follows from something
Examples
In a meeting
“A corollary of increasing team size is that communication overhead also increases.”
Over coffee
“The corollary of eating healthier is that you naturally have more energy.”
Why this word
consequence
Consequence is any result; corollary is a proposition that follows naturally from a proven statement
result
Result is a general outcome; corollary specifically denotes a logical inference that requires no additional proof
conclusion
Conclusion is any ending judgment; corollary is an inevitable secondary conclusion from an established one
Usage tip
Use to show logical consequences or implications. More sophisticated than 'result'—implies inevitable connection.
Etymology
Latin 'corollarium' meaning 'money paid for a garland, gratuity'
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synthesis
The combining of separate elements to form a coherent whole
syllogism
A logical argument with two premises leading to a conclusion
empiricism
The belief that knowledge comes from observation and experience
paradox
A seemingly contradictory statement that may nonetheless be true
premise
An underlying assumption on which reasoning is based
dogma
A principle or belief accepted without question