upshot

Plural: upshots

Noun

• The final result, outcome, or conclusion of an event.
• a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon
• The final result, or outcome of something.
• A concise summary.
• A positive aspect or consequence, often either unexpected or in contrast to other negative aspects.

Examples

• I'm not interested in hearing all the details. Just give me the upshot.
• One of the major upshots of prefab building is its decreased environmental impact.
• The upshot of his risky play was a huge score and a narrow victory.

Synonyms

consequence, effect, event, issue, outcome, result, bottom line, conclusion, digest, silver lining, the long and short, upside