ensue

/ɛnˈsjʉː/verb

To happen afterward, often as a result of something.

Example sentence

“When the referee made the call, a loud argument ensued on the field.”

Slightly formal, often with a flavor of comic inevitability: 'chaos ensued', 'hilarity ensued'. The following event is usually a consequence.

Related words

entailTo involve something as a necessary part or consequence.enrollTo officially sign up as a student at a school, college, or course.enterprisingTo take on a bold task; to begin and attempt something ambitious or risky.enrichTo make a person or thing wealthier, or to improve its quality or value.enthrallTo capture someone's full attention as if by magic; to fascinate or charm completely.ennuiA heavy feeling of boredom and low spirits; weary dissatisfaction with life.