sequential

[si-kwen-shuhl]

adjective

1. characterized by regular sequence of parts.

2. following; subsequent; consequent.

3. Business.,  by comparison with the immediately preceding period, usually a fiscal quarter.

   a sequential increase in gross profit.

sequential

/ sɪˈkwɛnʃəl, sɪˌkwɛnʃɪˈælɪtɪ /

adjective

1. characterized by or having a regular sequence

2. another word for sequent

Other Word Forms

• sequentiality noun
• sequentially adverb
• nonsequential adjective
• nonsequentiality noun
• unsequential adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of sequential¹

First recorded in 1815–25; sequent + -ial

Example Sentences

Why it's a good binge: The eight episodes are broken into four distinct narratives of two episodes each, so you're essentially watching four sequential movies with the same protagonist.

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Using state-of-the-art statistical models, they found that relationships emerged between chimpanzees' sequential actions which matched those found in human behaviours.

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"Our study's use of sequential pore functionalization to enhance CO2 uptake without significantly increasing regeneration energy is a terrific development," he said.

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The sequential nature of the explosions meant the "bang" wasn't a deafening clap, but the shock wave that hit moments after penetrated deep into chests.

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However, they can remove their mask sooner if they have two sequential negative tests at least one day apart.

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Related Words

• subsequent