sequential

[ si-kwen-shuhl ]

adjective

1. characterized by regular sequence of parts.
2. following; subsequent; consequent.
3. Business. by comparison with the immediately preceding period, usually a fiscal quarter:

   a sequential increase in gross profit.

sequential

/ sɪˈkwɛnʃəl; sɪˌkwɛnʃɪˈælɪtɪ /

adjective

1. characterized by or having a regular sequence
2. another word for sequent

Derived Forms

• sequentiality, noun
• seˈquentially, adverb

Other Words From

• se·quen·ti·al·i·ty [si-kwen-shee-, al, -i-tee], noun
• se·quen·tial·ly adverb
• non·se·quen·tial adjective
• non·se·quen·ti·al·i·ty noun
• un·se·quen·tial adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of sequential¹

First recorded in 1815–25; sequent + -ial

Example Sentences

However, they can remove their mask sooner if they have two sequential negative tests at least one day apart.

From Los Angeles Times

After thinly slicing and staining tissue from 38 normal pancreatic samples onto hundreds of sequential 2D slides, the researchers developed CODA, a machine-learning pipeline, to analyze and reconstruct the slide images into digital 3D images.

From Science Daily

Researchers uncover how the halogen bond can be exploited to direct sequential dynamics in the multi-functional crystals, offering crucial insights for developing ultrafast-response times for multilevel optical storage.

From Science Daily

"A tandem system utilizing two distinct materials for two sequential steps could be the way forward."

From Science Daily

With innovative techniques for capturing the PHR, the researchers demonstrate the ability to not only capture the most recent outcomes but also every branch outcome in sequential order.

From Science Daily

Related Words

• subsequent