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subsequence Meaning & Definition

Phonetic codes: S AH1 B S AH0 K W AH0 N S

What Does Subsequence Mean?

Subsequence is used as a noun meaning A subsequent act or thing; a sequel. It is also used to mean The state of being subsequent.

Word Facts for Subsequence

Part of speechnoun
Synonymssequel, posteriority and subsequentness
Antonymsprecedence, priority and antecedence
Pluralsubsequences

Subsequence Definition (Noun)

  1. A subsequent act or thing; a sequel.
  2. The state of being subsequent.

Noun

  1. A sequence that is contained within a larger one.
  2. A subset of an array with the same ordering.

Synonyms of Subsequence

Subsequence synonyms and antonyms →

Antonyms of Subsequence

Subsequence in a Sentence

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Word Forms & Grammar

subsequence (countable and uncountable, plural subsequences)

subsequence (plural subsequences)

Words That Rhyme With Subsequence

Origin of Subsequence

Origin 1: From subsequent.

Origin 2: From sub- +‎ sequence.

Quick Answers About Subsequence

What part of speech is subsequence?

Subsequence is a noun.

What is another word for subsequence?

You can replace subsequence with words such as sequel, posteriority and subsequentness. See the full list of subsequence synonyms and antonyms.

What is the opposite of subsequence?

The opposite of subsequence can be expressed with words like precedence, priority, antecedence and anteriority.

What is the plural of subsequence?

The plural of subsequence is subsequences.

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