What is another word for epiphenomena?
Pronunciation: [ˈɛpɪfɪnˌɒmɪnə] (IPA) 
Epiphenomena refers to a phenomenon that occurs as a secondary result of another primary phenomenon. Alternative words for epiphenomena include side effects, collateral effects, by-products, or consequences. Another option is "secondary effects," which suggests that these phenomena arise in the wake of an initial cause. Furthermore, it is sometimes described as a "supervening effect" since it arises due to a subsequent event. Some other synonyms include after-effects, spinoffs, or footprints. Many writers and thinkers have sought to distinguish between epiphenomena and more direct or essential phenomena, which they consider to be the primary focus of inquiry. However, all these words share the idea of something occurring as a byproduct of another event.
