Meaning of the word aftershock in English

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aftershock

US /ˈæf.tɚ.ʃɑːk/

UK /ˈɑːf.tə.ʃɒk/

a smaller earthquake following the main shock of a large earthquake.

Example:

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Residents were warned to brace for aftershocks following the major earthquake.

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The small tremor was just an aftershock of yesterday's quake.

Synonym:

tremor quake shock

a difficult or unpleasant consequence of a previous event or action.

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The economic crisis left a series of painful aftershocks for years.

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The scandal had significant aftershocks on the company's reputation.

Synonym:

repercussion consequence fallout aftermath