B2adverb 3K

Subsequently

🇬🇧 UK /["/ˈsʌbsɪkwəntli/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ˈsʌbsɪkwəntli/"]/

Meaning of Subsequently

afterwards; later; after something else has happened

In simple words: After something else has happened.

Subsequently in a sentence

• The original interview notes were subsequently lost.
• Subsequently, new guidelines were issued to all employees.
• He subsequently became chairman of the party.

How to use Subsequently

Use 'subsequently' to connect events in a formal or academic context. It may not fit in casual conversations.

Grammar pattern

subsequently + clause

Memory hint

Think of 'sub' (under) and 'sequent' (following) as events unfolding one after the other.

Related words

Collocations with Subsequently

• subsequently published
• subsequently discovered
• subsequently revealed

Synonyms for Subsequently

• afterward
• later
• thereafter
• following
• ensuing

Opposites of Subsequently

• previously
• beforehand
• earlier
• formerly

Common mistakes with Subsequently

• Confused with 'consequently' which indicates a cause-effect relationship.
• Using 'subsequently' at the beginning of a sentence without a previous idea.
• Omitting it when listing steps in a process.

Frequently asked questions about Subsequently

What does Subsequently mean?

After something else has happened.

What is the definition of Subsequently?

afterwards; later; after something else has happened

How do you use Subsequently in a sentence?

The original interview notes were subsequently lost.

Can you give another example of Subsequently?

Subsequently, new guidelines were issued to all employees.

What are synonyms for Subsequently?

Common alternatives include afterward, later, thereafter, following, ensuing.

What is the opposite of Subsequently?

Opposite meanings include previously, beforehand, earlier, formerly.

What words go with Subsequently?

It commonly pairs with subsequently published, subsequently discovered, subsequently revealed.

What are common mistakes when using Subsequently?

Confused with 'consequently' which indicates a cause-effect relationship. Using 'subsequently' at the beginning of a sentence without a previous idea. Omitting it when listing steps in a process.

How do you pronounce Subsequently?

US: /["/ˈsʌbsɪkwəntli/"]/, UK: /["/ˈsʌbsɪkwəntli/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Subsequently?

Use 'subsequently' to connect events in a formal or academic context. It may not fit in casual conversations.

What CEFR level is Subsequently?

"Subsequently" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.