aftermath

Word parts

after- + math

Pronunciation

• (US) IPA ^(key): /ˈæf.tɚˌmæθ/
• (UK) IPA ^(key): /ˈɑːf.təˌmɑːθ/

• Audio (US)

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Noun

Singular aftermath

Plural aftermaths

1. (countable) The aftermath of a flood, shooting, etc. is what happens after it. It is usually bad, not good.
   • Synonyms: repercussion, aftereffect and consequence

   The aftermath of the flood was devastating.

   The prices of food was very high in the aftermath of the drought.