sequentially — In a logical order or sequence, following one after another in a systematic arrangement. Proceeding step by step in an orderly progression.
Part of speech: ADVERB
Definition: In a logical order or sequence, following one after another in a systematic arrangement. Proceeding step by step in an orderly progression.
Pronunciation (IPA): /sɪˈkwenʃəli/
Example Sentences
- My grandmother insists on watching TV channels sequentially from 1 to 999 before choosing what to watch.
- The students entered the classroom sequentially according to their height.
- He ate his birthday cake sequentially, starting from the candles down to the bottom layer.
sequentially
ADVERB[/sɪˈkwenʃəli/]
In a logical order or sequence, following one after another in a systematic arrangement. Proceeding step by step in an orderly progression.
In a logical order or sequence, following one after another in a systematic arrangement. Proceeding step by step in an orderly progression.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'sequi' meaning 'to follow', which developed into 'sequence' (order or series) with the adverb suffix '-ly' added to mean 'in following order'.
Breakdown
sequ- (to follow) + -ent (adjective suffix) + -ial (relating to) + -ly (adverb suffix)
🎵Rhyme
📝Examples
“My grandmother insists on watching TV channels sequentially from 1 to 999 before choosing what to watch.”
“The students entered the classroom sequentially according to their height.”
“He ate his birthday cake sequentially, starting from the candles down to the bottom layer.”
“The computer processes instructions sequentially unless programmed otherwise.”
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