Subsequently — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

adverb /ˈsəb-si-ˌkwent-lē/ sub·se·quent·ly

Meaning & Definition of Subsequently

Subsequently (adverb)

  1. at a later or subsequent time

Subsequently (adverb) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. following in time or place

    "subsequently found the missing glove"

    similar: after, afterward, later, latterly, thereafter
    related: next, by and by, hereafter, presently, since, soon, then, thereupon, hereinbelow, infra
    opposite: afore (chiefly dialect), ahead, antecedently, anteriorly, before, beforehand, earlier, previously
    near: formerly, heretofore, theretofore

Related Entry: Subsequent (adjective)

Subsequent is a different word from Subsequently. The synonyms below are for subsequent, not for subsequently.

  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 Subsequently

The most common words with a similar meaning to Subsequently:

after, afterward, later, latterly, thereafter

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Subsequently

Words with the opposite meaning of Subsequently:

afore, ahead, antecedently, anteriorly, before, beforehand, earlier, previously

Related Words for Subsequently

next, by and by, hereafter, presently, since, soon, then, thereupon, hereinbelow, infra

Near Antonyms of Subsequently

formerly, heretofore, theretofore

Origin & Etymology of Subsequently

First known use: 1537

Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Subsequently

Frequently Asked Questions about Subsequently

What does "Subsequently" mean?

"Subsequently" means at a later or subsequent time. As an adverb, it is defined as: at a later or subsequent time.

What is another word for "Subsequently"?

Other words for "Subsequently" include after, afterward, later, latterly and thereafter. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Subsequently" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Subsequently"?

There are 15 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Subsequently". Common alternatives include after, afterward, later, latterly and thereafter.

What is the opposite of "Subsequently"?

Antonyms of "Subsequently" include afore, ahead, antecedently, anteriorly, before, beforehand, earlier and previously. Near antonyms include formerly, heretofore and theretofore.

How do you use "Subsequently" in a sentence?

Examples of "Subsequently" in a sentence: "subsequently found the missing glove".

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

"Subsequently" is an adverb.

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

As a B2-level word, "Subsequently" 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+.

How do you pronounce "Subsequently"?

"Subsequently" is pronounced /ˈsəb-si-ˌkwent-lē/ and divided into syllables as sub·se·quent·ly.