upshot
[noun]
Synonyms: result, culmination, end, end result, finale, outcome, sequel

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Related Words: ending, termination, climax, culmination, completion, conclusion, finish

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English Thesaurus: result, consequence, repercussions, outcome, the upshot, ...

[TahlilGaran] English Synonym Dictionary ▲

up‧shot /ˈʌpʃɒt $ -ʃɑːt/ noun
[Date: 1600-1700; Origin: upshot 'final shot in an archery competition' (16-17 centuries)]
the upshot (of something) the final result of a situation:
The upshot was that after much argument they all agreed to help her.

[TahlilGaran] Dictionary of Contemporary English ▲

result something that happens because of something else:
The fire at the house was the result of a dropped cigarette.
Many people find that herbal remedies produce a good result.
consequence something important that happens as the result of a decision or action:
Global warming will have serious consequences for the environment.
Rising prices are the inevitable consequence of the grain shortage.
repercussions the bad effects that happen later as a result of an event, often a long time afterwards:
The economic crisis in the US is likely to have serious repercussions for the rest of the world.
The scandal could have major repercussions for his career.
outcome the final result of a meeting, election, war etc:
The final outcome of the election remained in doubt for several days.
So, what is the likely outcome for Spain?
the upshot the final result of a situation, especially when this was unexpected:
The upshot of all this was that the trial had to be delayed.
the fruits of something literary the things that have been achieved as a result of someone’s efforts – used especially in the following phrases:
He did not live to see the fruits of his labours.
They can now enjoy the fruits of their success.

[TahlilGaran] English Thesaurus ▲