1. the period immediately following a usually ruinous event; consequences or results

Examples

• The city struggled to rebuild in the aftermath of the earthquake.
• She dealt with the emotional aftermath of the divorce for months.
• The aftermath of the storm left thousands without power.
• In the aftermath of the scandal, the CEO resigned.
• The economic aftermath of the pandemic affected many businesses.
• Cleanup crews worked tirelessly in the aftermath of the hurricane.