Definitions
- Describing something that follows as a result of a previous event or action. - Referring to a consequence or outcome that is directly linked to a preceding cause. - Talking about something that is a natural and logical result of a previous occurrence.
- Describing something that happens immediately after a previous event or action. - Referring to a sequence of events that occur one after another. - Talking about something that follows as a result of a previous occurrence.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe something that follows as a result of a previous event or action.
- 2Both words can be used to indicate a sequence of events.
- 3Both words are adjectives that modify a noun.
What is the difference?
- 1Time frame: Ensuing refers to something that happens immediately after a previous event, while ensuant can refer to something that happens later on as a result of a previous event.
- 2Usage: Ensuing is more commonly used than ensuant in everyday language.
- 3Connotation: Ensuing has a neutral connotation, while ensuant can have a slightly negative connotation when describing an undesirable consequence.
Remember this!
Both ensuant and ensuing describe something that follows as a result of a previous event or action. However, ensuing is more commonly used and refers to something that happens immediately after a previous event, while ensuant can refer to something that happens later on as a result of a previous event. Additionally, ensuing can also be used as a verb, while ensuant is only an adjective.
