What is the meaning of the word "consequently"?

Definitions:

  1. as a consequence copy to clipboard adverb
    • I had good reason to be grateful for the opportunities which had been made available to me and which consequently led to the good position I know hold. copy to clipboard
  2. because of the reason given copy to clipboard adverb
    • The victim already had a collapsed lung prior to the incident; consequently, these people didn't do as much damage as you said. copy to clipboard

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