Upshot
(noun)
- The final result or outcome of a situation or process.
- The conclusion or outcome of a discussion, debate, or argument.
- The outcome or consequence of an event or decision.
- The most important or significant aspect of a situation or event.
Origin:
Early 17th century (originally as the upshot in archery): from up- + shot, on the pattern of outcome.
Examples:
- The upshot of the election was the victory of the opposition party.
- The upshot of the negotiation was the signing of the treaty.
- The upshot of the investigation was the discovery of the truth.
- The upshot of the trial was the acquittal of the defendant.
- The upshot of the research was the development of the new technology.