ramification

英 /ˌræmɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/ 　美 /ˌræmɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/

n. 间接后果；衍生影响An additional, often unexpected consequence of an action or decision.

We hadn't considered every ramification of moving so far away.

我们没有考虑到搬去那么远的地方会带来的每一种后续影响。

Policymakers must consider the long-term ramifications of replacing public transport routes with privately operated services.

政策制定者必须考虑以私营服务取代公共交通线路所带来的长期影响。

搭配

have ramifications for 对……产生后续影响far-reaching ramifications 深远的后续影响legal ramifications 法律后果

通常用复数ramifications，常指复杂或意外后果。

ramify (v.)

近义 consequence、repercussion