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fair consequence
[fer ˈkɒnsɪkwəns]
noun phrase
pl: fair consequences
consequência justa
1.
A reasonable or justified result that follows logically or naturally from an action or situation
Losing the game was a fair consequence of not practicing hard enough.
Perder o jogo foi uma consequência justa de não treinar o suficiente.
2.
A deserved outcome or penalty that appropriately matches the severity of an action
Being grounded was a fair consequence for breaking the rules.
Ficar de castigo foi uma consequência justa por quebrar as regras.
Synonyms
just consequence
deserved outcome
logical result
fitting penalty
appropriate result
Antonyms
unjust consequence
unfair outcome
disproportionate penalty
undeserved result
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
consequência justa
Standard usage across Brazil
São Paulo
consequência merecida
Alternative phrasing emphasizing 'deserved'
Portugal
consequência legítima
More formal usage in Portuguese Portuguese
Related Idioms & Phrases
reap what you sow
face the music
get what you deserve
pay the price
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