subsequently

American  

[suhb-si-kwuhnt-lee] / ˈsʌb sɪ kwənt li /

adverb

1. later in time; afterward.

   Many immigrants fear that they are going to be detained and subsequently deported.

2. in a following or succeeding part of something.

   The paper begins with a reflection on the major long-term trends and subsequently identifies a number of major priorities.

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Etymology

Origin of subsequently

subsequent ( def. ) + -ly ( def. )

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• subsequently vs. consequently

Example Sentences

"It is also important to ask whether the person who is taking the supplement has the required enzymes to metabolize these products to prevent chronic inflammation and subsequently cancer development."

From Science Daily

Fischer subsequently held the city in contempt after the plaintiffs’ attorney introduced evidence that city workers continued to post signs in some locations prohibiting bulky items.

From Los Angeles Times

Feeley declined, and he was subsequently passed over for the top job at ICE.

From The Wall Street Journal

But President Jose Raul Mulino has called the contract "unfair" and the office of the comptroller general -- an autonomous body that examines how government money is spent -- subsequently recommended it be annulled.

From Barron's

As the story goes, Michtom and his wife, Rose, subsequently paid tribute to the 26th president by creating a toy they called “Teddy’s bear,” made from clothing scraps and stuffed with sawdust.

From The Wall Street Journal

Related Words

• afterwards
• finally
• later