noun
- the final result or outcome of a series of events
Examples
- The upshot of the meeting was that we decided to postpone the project.
- After hours of debate, the upshot was a compromise that satisfied everyone.
- The upshot of his poor study habits was failing the exam.
- What was the upshot of your conversation with the boss?
- The upshot of the investigation revealed serious safety violations.
- The upshot is that we’ll need to find a new supplier.