subsequent — coming after something in time; following
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: coming after something in time; following
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈsʌbsɪkwənt/
Example Sentences
- I failed the first exam, but subsequent attempts were much better.
- The subsequent episodes of the drama were so boring that even my grandma fell asleep.
- Subsequent to the pizza incident, dogs were banned from the kitchen.
subsequent
ADJECTIVE[/ˈsʌbsɪkwənt/]
coming after something in time; following
The subsequent step follows — one action leads directly to the next.
Subsequent chapters revealed the full story. (➡️ After + 📚 Sequence → Subsequent)
Subsequent mistakes became frequent and caused consequent delays.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'subsequens,' the present participle of 'subsequi,' meaning 'to follow after.' Composed of the prefix 'sub-' (under, after) and the verb 'sequi' (to follow).
Breakdown
sub- (after, following) + sequi (to follow) + -ent (adjective suffix) = subsequent
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“I failed the first exam, but subsequent attempts were much better.”
“The subsequent episodes of the drama were so boring that even my grandma fell asleep.”
“Subsequent to the pizza incident, dogs were banned from the kitchen.”
“The company's subsequent success surprised everyone.”
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