Consecution — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun /ˌkän(t)-si-ˈkyü-shən/ con·se·cu·tion

Meaning & Definition of Consecution

Consecution (noun)

  1. sequence

Origin & Etymology of Consecution

Middle English consecucioun "attainment," borrowed from Middle French & Latin; Middle French consecucion "obtaining," borrowed from Latin consecūtiōn-, consecūtiō "orderly sequence, logical consequence" (Late Latin also "act of obtaining"), from consecū-, variant stem of consequī "to come after, succeed in time, follow as a necessary consequence, bring about, acquire" + -tiōn-, -tiō, suffix of verbal action consequent:2

First known use: 1651

Frequently Asked Questions about Consecution

What does "Consecution" mean?

"Consecution" means sequence. As a noun, it is defined as: sequence.

Is "Consecution" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Consecution" is a noun.

How do you pronounce "Consecution"?

"Consecution" is pronounced /ˌkän(t)-si-ˈkyü-shən/ and divided into syllables as con·se·cu·tion.

What is the origin of the word "Consecution"?

"Consecution" comes from Middle English consecucioun "attainment," borrowed from Middle French & Latin; Middle French consecucion "obtaining," borrowed from Latin consecūtiōn-, consecūtiō "orderly sequence, logical consequence" (Late Latin also "act of obtaining"), from consecū-, variant stem of consequī "to come after, succeed in time, follow as a necessary consequence, bring about, acquire" + -tiōn-, -tiō, suffix of verbal action consequent:2. First known use: 1651.