subsequent Meaning & Definition
What Does Subsequent Mean?
As an adjective, subsequent means Following in time; coming or being after something else at any time, indefinitely. It is also used to mean Following in order of place; succeeding. As a noun, it means A subsequent stream or faultline.
Quick Facts About Subsequent
| Part of speech | adjective, noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | //ˈsʌbsɪkwənt// |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Synonyms | sequent, ensuant and ulterior |
| Antonyms | preceding and antecedent |
| Plural | subsequents |
Subsequent Definition (Adjective)
- Following in time; coming or being after something else at any time, indefinitely.
Growth was dampened by a softening of the global economy in 2001, but picked up in the subsequent years due to strong growth in China.
- Following in order of place; succeeding.
- Following a line in the earth that is more easily eroded.
Subsequent as a Noun
- A subsequent stream or faultline.
Synonyms of Subsequent
Subsequent synonyms and antonyms →Antonyms of Subsequent
Subsequent in a Sentence
Growth was dampened by a softening of the global economy in 2001, but picked up in the subsequent years due to strong growth in China.
Word Forms & Grammar
subsequent (not comparable)
subsequent (plural subsequents)
Origin of Subsequent
Borrowed from Middle French subséquent,[1] from Latin subsequentis, form of subsequēns, present participle of subsequor (“to follow, to succeed”).
How Do You Say Subsequent?
The standard pronunciation of subsequent is //ˈsʌbsɪkwənt//, spoken in 1 syllable.
Common Questions About Subsequent
Is subsequent an adjective or a noun?
Subsequent is mainly used as an adjective, but it can also be used as a noun.
What is another word for subsequent?
Words with a similar meaning to subsequent include sequent, ensuant and ulterior. See the full list of subsequent synonyms and antonyms.
What is the opposite of subsequent?
The opposite of subsequent can be expressed with words like preceding and antecedent.
What is the plural of subsequent?
The plural of subsequent is subsequents.