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Ensuing: meaning, definitions and examples

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ensuing

 

[ ɪnˈsuːɪŋ ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

following events

The term 'ensuing' refers to something that occurs as a result of a preceding event or action. It often implies a sequence where one event follows another, typically in a causal relationship. For example, in a narrative or discussion, the ensuing events are directly linked to previous actions, presenting a logical progression. It may be used in various contexts, such as literature, news reports, and everyday conversations.

Synonyms

following, resulting, subsequent

Examples of usage

  • The ensuing chaos led to a citywide curfew.
  • In the ensuing debate, many opinions were shared.
  • The ensuing conflict caused significant damage.

Translations

Translations of the word "ensuing" in other languages:

🇵🇹 decorrente

🇮🇳 परिणामस्वरूप

🇩🇪 folgend

🇮🇩 yang terjadi

🇺🇦 наступний

🇵🇱 następny

🇯🇵 続いている

🇫🇷 suivant

🇪🇸 siguiente

🇹🇷 sonraki

🇰🇷 그에 따른

🇸🇦 الذي يلي

🇨🇿 následný

🇸🇰 následný

🇨🇳 随之而来的

🇸🇮 nadaljnji

🇮🇸 næst

🇰🇿 одан кейінгі

🇬🇪 შემდგომი

🇦🇿 sonrakı

🇲🇽 siguiente

Word origin

The word 'ensuing' originates from the Old French term 'ensuivre,' which means 'to follow.' This term was derived from the Latin word 'insequi,' meaning 'to follow closely.' In Middle English, it started to take on its modern form and usage. The evolution of the term reflects the shift in its application, particularly in literature and formal speech. 'Ensuing' is often used in legal and formal contexts to describe a situation that develops as a consequence of another. It retains this notion of continuity and sequence, making it a vital term in both written and spoken English.

Word Frequency Rank

At #7,165 in frequency, this word belongs to advanced vocabulary. It's less common than core vocabulary but important for sophisticated expression.