Downstream (adjective)

1. Toward or located farther along a stream or river in the direction of flow.
2. Later in a process or series of events, especially in terms of impact or effect.

Origin:

Early 20th century: from down + stream.

Examples:

1. The downstream town was affected by the chemical spill from the upstream factory.
2. Fishing is best in the downstream areas of the river where the water is warmer.
3. The downstream effects of the policy change will not be fully understood for several years.
4. The downstream production process is more automated and efficient than the upstream process.
5. Downstream investments have a greater potential for generating high returns than upstream investments.