1. the result of something
Professional
Social
desired/possible/potential outcome
The outcome of something is the result with the way something turns out. You might await the outcome of an election, the outcome of a decision or ask about the outcome of an enquiry or project. "What was the outcome of your meeting with the German team?" You could ask about the outcome of a sports event or match. "What was the outcome of the match?" You will hear this expression used both in social and professional contexts.