ensue — to happen as a result or consequence of something
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: to happen as a result or consequence of something
Pronunciation (IPA): /ɪnˈsuː/
Korean meaning: 결과로 뒤따르다, 이어지다
Korean pronunciation: 인**수**
Example Sentences
- When the teacher left the classroom, absolute chaos ensued as students threw paper airplanes everywhere.
- A heated debate ensued after someone claimed pineapple doesn't belong on pizza.
- Economic instability ensued following the sudden policy changes.
ensue
VERB//ɪnˈsuː//
to happen as a result or consequence of something
Chaos and cleanup efforts ensue after the coffee spill accident
Pursue, then undo - chaos will ensue!
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Old French 'ensuer', derived from Latin 'insequi' meaning 'to follow after'. The prefix 'in-' (into) combined with 'sequi' (to follow).
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📝Examples
“When the teacher left the classroom, absolute chaos ensued as students threw paper airplanes everywhere.”
“A heated debate ensued after someone claimed pineapple doesn't belong on pizza.”
“Economic instability ensued following the sudden policy changes.”
“When the Wi-Fi went down during the online exam, panic ensued among students.”
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