Definitions
There are 4 meanings of the word
Ramification.
Ramification - as a noun
The act of branching out or dividing into branches
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
branching17fork11forking15Hypernyms (Closely Related)
division12Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
A part of a forked or branching shape
Example: "He broke off one of the branches"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
branch13leg4Hypernyms (Closely Related)
subfigureHyponyms (Broadly Related)
A development that complicates a situation
Example: "The court's decision had many unforeseen ramifications"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
complication20An arrangement of branching parts
Example Sentences
"The decision to cut funding for education has far-reaching ramifications for future generations."
"The economic downturn had severe ramifications for small businesses."
"The company's decision to downsize has had negative ramifications on its employees."
"The political scandal had serious ramifications for the candidate's reputation."
"The new regulations will have significant ramifications on the healthcare industry."
Word Game Points
Is RAMIFICATION a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, ramification is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
RAMIFICATION has a SCRABBLE points total of 19.
Is RAMIFICATION a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, ramification is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordRAMIFICATION has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 22.
Is RAMIFICATION a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, ramification is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordRAMIFICATION has a WORDFEUD points total of 20.
