resultant
UK: rɪˈzʌltənt | US: rɪˈzʌltənt
adj. occurring or produced as a result of something
n. a vector quantity representing the combination of two or more vectors
resultant = result<outcome> + ant<adjective suffix>
- result: From Latin resultare ("to rebound, arise"), combining re- (back) + saltare (to leap). Evolved to mean "outcome" in Middle English.
- ant: A suffix forming adjectives (e.g., "dominant"), from Latin -antem, indicating state or quality.
Etymology Origin:
The word "resultant" emerged in the 17th century, blending "result" (the outcome of an action) with the suffix "-ant" to describe something that arises as a consequence. Its scientific use in physics (e.g., resultant force) reflects its logical progression from general outcomes to quantified effects.
The resultant noise from the construction was unbearable.
The resultant vector was calculated using trigonometry.
Poor diet and lack of exercise led to resultant health issues.
The team analyzed the resultant data from the experiment.
Her hard work had a resultant improvement in grades.