outgrowth vs upshot

outgrowth

noun
  • A byproduct or consequence of an action or event. 

  • An appendage of an animal. 

  • A branch or offshoot of a plant. 

  • Excessive growth. 

upshot

noun
  • A positive aspect or consequence, often either unexpected or in contrast to other negative aspects. 

  • The final result, or outcome of something. 

  • A concise summary. 

How often have the words outgrowth and upshot occurred in a corpus of books? (source: Google Ngram Viewer )