followed

[ˈfɒləʊd]

followed Definition

  • 1past simple and past participle of 'follow'
  • 2happening or coming after something else in sequence or order

Using followed: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "followed" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    She followed him into the room.

  • Example

    The concert was followed by a fireworks display.

  • Example

    The meeting was followed by a press conference.

  • Example

    The recipe should be followed exactly.

followed Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for followed

Antonyms for followed

Phrases with followed

  • followed suit

    did the same thing as someone else

    Example

    When one company raised its prices, the others followed suit.

  • took further action to complete or continue something

    Example

    After the initial interview, the recruiter followed up with a phone call.

  • carried out a plan or intention to completion

    Example

    He promised to help me move and he followed through on his promise.

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Summary: followed in Brief

'Followed' [ˈfɒləʊd] is the past simple and past participle of 'follow'. It means happening or coming after something else in sequence or order. Examples include 'The concert was followed by a fireworks display.' and 'The recipe should be followed exactly.' Phrases like 'followed suit' denote doing the same thing as someone else, while 'followed up' and 'followed through' imply taking further action to complete or continue something.