consecutive

[kuhn-sek-yuh-tiv]

adjective

1. following one another in uninterrupted succession or order; successive.

   six consecutive numbers, such as 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10.

   Synonyms: continuous

2. marked by logical sequence.

3. Grammar.,  expressing consequence or result.

   a consecutive clause.

consecutive

/ kənˈsɛkjʊtɪv /

adjective

1. (of a narrative, account, etc) following chronological sequence

2. following one another without interruption; successive

3. characterized by logical sequence

4. music another word for parallel

5. grammar expressing consequence or result

   consecutive clauses

Other Word Forms

• consecutively adverb
• consecutiveness noun
• nonconsecutive adjective
• nonconsecutiveness noun
• unconsecutive adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of consecutive¹

First recorded in 1605–15; consecut(ion) + -ive

Word History and Origins

Origin of consecutive¹

C17: from French consécutif, from Latin consecūtus having followed, from consequī to pursue

Example Sentences

The Chargers open the season with three consecutive divisional matchups, something that hasn’t happened for them since 1988.

From Los Angeles Times

In the bottom of the fifth, Snell gave up three consecutive singles that doubled the Pittsburgh lead.

From Los Angeles Times

This season also features games in Germany, Ireland, Spain and, for the second consecutive year, Brazil.

From Los Angeles Times

"Since April this year, our consecutive reductions have decreased our tariffs by almost 19%, representing an average household saving of £210 per year," he said.

From BBC

Surrey, despite finishing top of the South Group with 11 wins from 14 matches, missed out on a third consecutive Finals Day appearance at Edgbaston and their wait to add to their 2003 triumph continues.

From BBC

Related Words

• ensuing 
• successive