Subsequent — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

adjective /ˈsəb-si-kwənt/ sub·se·quent

Meaning & Definition of Subsequent

Subsequent (adjective)

  1. following in time, order, or place

Subsequent (adjective) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. being, occurring, or carried out at a time after something else

    "I'll do the first problem as an example, but all subsequent efforts must be done on your own"

    similar: after, ensuing, later, posterior
    related: behind, belated, delayed, late, slow, closing, concluding, eventual, final, last, latest, latter, terminal, ultimate, following
    opposite: antecedent, anterior, fore, foregoing, former, precedent, preceding, previous, prior
    near: advance, advanced, early, premature

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Subsequent

The most common words with a similar meaning to Subsequent:

after, ensuing, later, posterior

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Subsequent

Words with the opposite meaning of Subsequent:

antecedent, anterior, fore, foregoing, former, precedent, preceding, previous, prior

Related Words for Subsequent

behind, belated, delayed, late, slow, closing, concluding, eventual, final, last, latest, latter, terminal, ultimate, following

Near Antonyms of Subsequent

advance, advanced, early, premature

Word Forms of Subsequent

Derived words: subsequent (noun)

Origin & Etymology of Subsequent

Middle English, from Anglo-French, from Latin subsequent-, subsequens, present participle of subsequi to follow close, from sub- near + sequi to follow sub-, sue

First known use: 15th century

Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Subsequent

Words & Phrases Containing Subsequent

subsequent to

Frequently Asked Questions about Subsequent

What does "Subsequent" mean?

"Subsequent" means following in time, order, or place. As an adjective, it is defined as: following in time, order, or place.

What is another word for "Subsequent"?

Other words for "Subsequent" include after, ensuing, later and posterior. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Subsequent" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Subsequent"?

There are 19 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Subsequent". Common alternatives include after, ensuing, later and posterior.

What is the opposite of "Subsequent"?

Antonyms of "Subsequent" include antecedent, anterior, fore, foregoing, former, precedent, preceding and previous. Near antonyms include advance, advanced, early and premature.

How do you use "Subsequent" in a sentence?

Examples of "Subsequent" in a sentence: "I'll do the first problem as an example, but all subsequent efforts must be done on your own".

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

"Subsequent" is an adjective.

Is "Subsequent" useful for IELTS, TOEFL, and other English exams?

As a B2-level word, "Subsequent" is typical of Cambridge B2 First (FCE), IELTS band 5.5–6.5, TOEFL iBT 72–94, PTE Academic 59–75, TOEIC Listening & Reading 785+. It is on the Academic Word List, so it appears often in IELTS Academic, TOEFL iBT, PTE Academic, and university texts.

How do you pronounce "Subsequent"?

"Subsequent" is pronounced /ˈsəb-si-kwənt/ and divided into syllables as sub·se·quent.