subsequently — at a later time; afterwards; following in time or order
Part of speech: ADVERB
Definition: at a later time; afterwards; following in time or order
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈsʌbsɪkwəntli/
Example Sentences
- I ordered pizza and subsequently regretted not ordering two.
- The research was published in 2020 and subsequently cited in numerous studies.
- He forgot his umbrella and subsequently got soaked like a wet poodle.
subsequently
ADVERB[/ˈsʌbsɪkwəntli/]
at a later time; afterwards; following in time or order
The chef completes one dish and subsequently begins preparing the next
She graduated and subsequently started her first job. (➡️ After + 📚 Sequence → Subsequently)
The firefighters arrived subsequently, acted immediately, and fortunately saved everyone.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'subsequens' meaning 'following after,' derived from 'sub-' (under, after) and 'sequi' (to follow). The adverbial suffix '-ly' was added in Middle English to form the adverb.
Breakdown
sub- (under, after) + sequ- (follow) + -ent (adjective suffix) + -ly (adverb suffix) = subsequently
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“I ordered pizza and subsequently regretted not ordering two.”
“The research was published in 2020 and subsequently cited in numerous studies.”
“He forgot his umbrella and subsequently got soaked like a wet poodle.”
“The company went public in 2019 and subsequently expanded internationally.”
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