following
Translation
next, subsequent
Examples
Read the following chapter for homework.
Read the following chapter for homework.
Following the speech, there will be a short break.
Following the speech, there will be a short break.
The celebrity has a large online following.
The celebrity has a large online following.
Grammar Patterns
the following ((noun)) the next (noun) The following day was warm.
following ((noun)) after (noun) Following the meeting, we left.
Similar Words
Synonyms: next, subsequent; Antonyms: preceding, previous
Etymology
From the present participle of the verb 'to follow'.
Memory Tips
Think of something that 'follows' another. This can be the 'next' item in a list (adjective), an event 'after' another (preposition), or people who 'follow' someone (noun).