followed
Translation
to follow, to come after, to understand, to obey
Examples
He followed the instructions carefully.
He followed the instructions carefully.
A discussion followed the presentation.
A discussion followed the presentation.
I'm sorry, I don't follow you.
I'm sorry, I don't follow you.
Grammar Patterns
((sb./sth.)) to go after (sb./sth.) The police car followed the thief.
((sth.)) to obey (sth.) You must follow the rules.
((sb./sth.)) to understand (sb./sth.) I don't follow your argument.
Similar Words
Synonyms: obey, trail, succeed; Antonyms: lead, precede
Etymology
From Old English 'folgrian', meaning 'to serve, accompany'.
Memory Tips
Picture a line of ducklings following their mother.