SUBSEQUENTLY

subsequently, later, afterwards, afterward, after, later on

(adverb) happening at a time subsequent to a reference time; “he apologized subsequently”; “he’s going to the store but he’ll be back here later”; “it didn’t happen until afterward”; “two hours after that”

Source: WordNet® 3.1


Etymology

Adverb

subsequently (not comparable)

Following, afterwards in either time or place.

Accordingly, therefore (implying a logical connection or deduction).

Usage notes

• Although subsequently is often used in a cause-and-effect relationship, it may also be used when no cause is implied.

Synonyms

• (afterwards in time): afterwards, yet; see also subsequently

• (afterwards in sequence): ensuingly, followingly; see also then

• (accordingly): as a result, whence; see also therefore

Source: Wiktionary


Sub"se*quent*ly, adv.

Definition: At a later time; afterwards.

SUBSEQUENT

Sub"se*quent, a. Etym: [L. subsequens, -entis, p.pr. of subsequi to follow, succeed: cf. F. subséquent. See Sue to follow.]

1. Following in time; coming or being after something else at any time, indefinitely; as, subsequent events; subsequent ages or years; a period long subsequent to the foundation of Rome.

2. Following in order of place; succeeding; as, a subsequent clause in a treaty. "The subsequent words come on before the precedent vanish." Bacon.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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Word of the Day

21 September 2024

CONFORMITY

(noun) acting according to certain accepted standards; “their financial statements are in conformity with generally accepted accounting practices”


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