B2noun 1K

Sequence

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

Meaning of Sequence

a set of events, actions, numbers, etc. which have a particular order and which lead to a particular result

In simple words: A series of things in a specific order.

Sequence in a sentence

• The sequence of events leading up to the conclusion was fascinating.
• She memorized the steps in the correct sequence to perform the dance.
• In mathematics, a sequence is a list of numbers arranged in a specific order.
• A DNA sequence determines the genetic information carried by an organism.
• The film's narrative sequence kept the audience engaged from start to finish.
• The teacher asked the students to describe a sequence of important historical events.
• In programming, a sequence of commands is crucial for the software to function correctly.
• The sequence of numbers continued indefinitely, following the established pattern.
• The steps in the scientific method should be followed in the correct sequence.
• A sequence can refer to a series of related things, not just numbers.

How to use Sequence

Use 'sequence' when talking about order in time or events. It's appropriate in academic, technical, and everyday contexts, but may be too formal for casual conversation.

Grammar pattern

sequence + of + object

Memory hint

Sounds like 'see-quence' — imagine watching a movie and seeing events unfold in order.

Related words

Collocations with Sequence

• complete
• entire
• whole
• complete
• repeat
• follow
• sequence of
• in sequence
• out of sequence
• a sequence of events
• complete
• entire
• whole
• complete
• repeat
• follow
• sequence of
• in sequence
• out of sequence
• a sequence of events
• opening
• climactic
• closing
• film
• shoot
• choreograph
• feature
• involve
• show
• in a/​the sequence

Synonyms for Sequence

• order
• series
• progression
• chain
• list

Opposites of Sequence

• disorder
• chaos

Common mistakes with Sequence

• Confusing 'sequence' with 'sequential' which refers to something being in a sequence.
• Using 'sequence' without a following object, e.g., 'the sequence of'.
• Misunderstanding 'sequence' as only related to numbers; it can refer to events or actions too.

Frequently asked questions about Sequence

What does Sequence mean?

A series of things in a specific order.

What is the definition of Sequence?

a set of events, actions, numbers, etc. which have a particular order and which lead to a particular result

How do you use Sequence in a sentence?

The sequence of events leading up to the conclusion was fascinating.

Can you give another example of Sequence?

She memorized the steps in the correct sequence to perform the dance.

What are synonyms for Sequence?

Common alternatives include order, series, progression, chain, list.

What is the opposite of Sequence?

Opposite meanings include disorder, chaos.

What words go with Sequence?

It commonly pairs with complete, entire, whole, complete, repeat, follow, sequence of, in sequence, out of sequence, a sequence of events, complete, entire, whole, complete, repeat, follow, sequence of, in sequence, out of sequence, a sequence of events, opening, climactic, closing, film, shoot, choreograph, feature, involve, show, in a/​the sequence.

What are common mistakes when using Sequence?

Confusing 'sequence' with 'sequential' which refers to something being in a sequence. Using 'sequence' without a following object, e.g., 'the sequence of'. Misunderstanding 'sequence' as only related to numbers; it can refer to events or actions too.

How do you pronounce Sequence?

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

When should I use Sequence?

Use 'sequence' when talking about order in time or events. It's appropriate in academic, technical, and everyday contexts, but may be too formal for casual conversation.

What CEFR level is Sequence?

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