consequently Meaning & Definition
/ˈkɒnsɪˌkwɛntli/
What Does Consequently Mean?
As an adverb, consequently means As a result or consequence of something; subsequently. It is also used to mean subsequently, following after in time or sequence.
Quick Facts About Consequently
| Part of speech | adverb |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | //ˈkɒnsɪˌkwɛntli// |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Synonyms | therefore and accordingly |
Consequently Definition (Adverb)
- As a result or consequence of something; subsequently.
He didn't wake up early. Consequently, he was late to work.
- subsequently, following after in time or sequence.
Adverb
- As a result or consequence of something.
He didn't wake up early. Consequently, he was late to work.
- (sequence) subsequently, following after in time or sequence.
Synonyms of Consequently
Consequently synonyms and antonyms →Antonyms of Consequently
No antonyms or near antonyms are listed by the available sources for this entry.
Consequently in a Sentence
He didn't wake up early. Consequently, he was late to work.
Word Forms & Grammar
consequently (not comparable)
Words That Rhyme With Consequently
Origin of Consequently
From Middle English consequentely, consequentliche, consequently; equivalent to consequent + -ly.
How to Pronounce Consequently
Consequently is pronounced //ˈkɒnsɪˌkwɛntli// and has 1 syllable.
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