följdaktiga

Följdaktiga is a Swedish adjective that translates to consequential, subsequent, or resultant in English. It describes something that happens or follows as a direct or indirect result of a previous action, event, or cause. The term implies a logical progression or an outcome that is a consequence of something that came before.

When used in a sentence, "följdaktiga" can refer to a chain of events where each event leads to the next. For instance, a series of följdaktiga decisions might describe how one choice led to another, ultimately shaping a particular outcome. It can also be used to describe the följdaktiga effects of a policy change, meaning the effects that arise after the policy has been implemented.

The word's root is derived from the Swedish verb "följa," meaning to follow. The suffix "-aktig" is similar to the English suffix "-like" or "-ish," suggesting a quality or characteristic. Therefore, "följdaktiga" essentially means "following-like" or "having the quality of following." This etymology helps to understand its core meaning of being a consequence or a subsequent occurrence.