subsequent
Translation
subsequent, following, later
Examples
The first test failed, but subsequent tests were successful.
The first test failed, but subsequent tests were successful.
Subsequent events proved him right.
Subsequent events proved him right.
Grammar Patterns
adjective before a noun a subsequent chapter
((subsequent to sth.)) (formal) after something happened The meeting was held subsequent to the announcement.
Similar Words
Synonyms: following, later, succeeding; Antonyms: previous, prior
Etymology
From Latin 'sub-' (under, after) + 'sequi' (to follow). Literally 'following after'.
Memory Tips
Think of a 'sequence' of events. 'Subsequent' refers to what follows in that sequence.