sequence
Translation
sequence, order, series, succession
Examples
The tasks must be done in the correct sequence.
The tasks must be done in the correct sequence.
The film has a dramatic action sequence.
The movie has a dramatic action sequence.
A sequence of numbers appeared on the screen.
A sequence of numbers appeared on the screen.
Grammar Patterns
a sequence of (sth.) He described the sequence of events.
in sequence Please arrange the cards in sequence.
Similar Words
Synonyms: series, order, succession, progression; Antonyms: disorder, randomness
Etymology
From Latin 'sequentia' (a following), which comes from 'sequi' (to follow).
Memory Tips
A 'sequel' to a movie 'follows' the first one. A sequence is a series of things that 'follow' one another.