# consequent vs consequently

> English confusable word pair

## The two words

### consequent
*adjective · IPA /ˈkɒn.sɪ.kwənt/ · frequency rank #28,157*
Following as a result, inference, or natural effect.

### consequently
*adverb · IPA /ˈkɒnsɪˌkwɛntli/ · frequency rank #7,780*
As a result or consequence of something; subsequently.

## Source
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