sequel

[ˈsiːkwəl]

sequel Definition

• 1. a published, broadcast, or recorded work that continues the story or develops the theme of an earlier one
• 2. a consequence or result

Using sequel: Examples

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

• Example

  The movie was a sequel to the popular original film.

• Example

  The book's sequel was even more successful than the first.

• Example

  The sequel to the game was released last month.

• Example

  The accident was a sequel to his reckless driving.

sequel Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for sequel

• continuation
• consequence
• result
• outcome
• follow-up

Antonyms for sequel

• prequel
• prologue
• cause

Phrases with sequel

• sequel to

  a continuation or development of a previous work or event

  Example

  The new book is a sequel to the author's previous novel.

• sequelae of

  the after-effects or consequences of a particular event or situation

  Example

  The sequelae of the pandemic are still being felt by many people.

• in sequel

  as a result or consequence of something

  Example

  He suffered from health problems in sequel to the accident.

Origins of sequel

from Latin 'sequela', meaning 'a result'

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Summary: sequel in Brief

A 'sequel' [ˈsiːkwəl] is a published, broadcast, or recorded work that continues the story or develops the theme of an earlier one. It can also refer to a consequence or result, as in 'The accident was a sequel to his reckless driving.' The term extends into phrases like 'sequel to,' denoting a continuation of a previous work or event, and 'sequelae of,' referring to the after-effects or consequences of a particular event or situation.