noun

upshot

UHP-shot

Upshot (noun) means the final result or main conclusion of a situation. Example: “The upshot of the meeting was that the project got cancelled.”

noun

The final result or main conclusion of a situation.

"The upshot of the meeting was that the project got cancelled."

"The upshot is we need more funding."

How to Use Upshot

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishThe bottom line — what it all comes down to in the end.

Common pairings

the upshot is end upshot

upshots plural

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The _____ of the meeting was that the project got cancelled.

Thought to come from up- + shot, originally referring to the final, decisive shot in an archery match.

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What does “upshot” mean?

The word “upshot” means the final result or main conclusion of a situation. In plain terms, the bottom line — what it all comes down to in the end.

How do you pronounce “upshot”?

“Upshot” is pronounced UHP-shot (/ˈʌpʃɑt/ in IPA).

How do you use “upshot” in a sentence?

Here is “upshot” used in a sentence: “The upshot of the meeting was that the project got cancelled.”

What part of speech is “upshot”?

“Upshot” is a noun.

problem cause issue result answer event effect subject