consecutive

American  

[kuhn-sek-yuh-tiv] / kənˈsɛk yə tɪv /

adjective

1. following one another in uninterrupted succession or order; successive.

   six consecutive numbers, such as 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10.

   Synonyms:

   continuous

2. marked by logical sequence.

3. Grammar. expressing consequence or result.

   a consecutive clause.

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consecutive British  

/ kənˈsɛkjʊtɪv /

adjective

1. (of a narrative, account, etc) following chronological sequence

2. following one another without interruption; successive

3. characterized by logical sequence

4. music another word for parallel

5. grammar expressing consequence or result

   consecutive clauses

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Other Word Forms

• consecutively adverb
• consecutiveness noun
• nonconsecutive adjective
• nonconsecutiveness noun
• unconsecutive adjective

Etymology

Origin of consecutive

First recorded in 1605–15; consecut(ion) + -ive

Example Sentences

The subindex of employment contracted for a fifth consecutive month, with job shedding accelerating to the fastest pace since September amid cost pressures and restructuring.

From The Wall Street Journal

He led three consecutive touchdown drives after the Rams fell behind 20-16 in the third quarter.

From Los Angeles Times

In business, Musk saw Tesla’s market value hit a new high even as its deliveries of electric vehicles fell for the second consecutive year, hurt especially by results in Europe.

From The Wall Street Journal

If he wins a third term, he could become the first Minnesota governor to serve 12 consecutive years.

From The Wall Street Journal

Thousand Oaks 53, Oak Park 46: The Lancers won their 16th consecutive game to stay unbeaten.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• ensuing
• successive