sequential

adjective

se·​quen·​tial si-ˈkwen(t)-shəl How to pronounce sequential (audio)
1
: of, relating to, or arranged in a sequence : serial
sequential file systems
2
: following in sequence
3
: relating to or based on a method of testing a statistical hypothesis that involves examination of a sequence of samples for each of which the decision is made to accept or reject the hypothesis or to continue sampling
sequentially adverb

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Things in sequence, or regular order, are arranged sequentially. Most novels and films move sequentially, but some use techniques such as flashbacks that interrupt the movement forward in time. Sequential courses in college must follow each other in the proper order, just like sequential tasks or steps.

Examples of sequential in a Sentence

Put the cards in sequential order. explained that if the two required algebra semesters weren't sequential, the students would likely forget the material
Recent Examples on the Web These include: • The emergence of the transformer architecture, which allows for parallel processing of sequential data and enables models to capture long-range dependencies in language efficiently. Pravir Malik, Forbes, 1 Oct. 2024 As of the end of June, Spotify reported 626 million total monthly active users, a sequential gain of 11 million, including 246 million Premium subscribers (adding 7 million in the second quarter). Todd Spangler, Variety, 29 Sep. 2024 This is very well balanced, as most circuits are filled with exciting and often devilish hairpin bends and sequential turns, rarely breaking out into long straights. Matt Gardner, Forbes, 20 Sep. 2024 The Sims will move beyond linear, sequential Sims releases and offer more options for players than ever before. Jennifer Maas, Variety, 17 Sep. 2024 See all Example Sentences for sequential 

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Word History

First Known Use

1844, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of sequential was in 1844

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“Sequential.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sequential. Accessed 15 Oct. 2024.

Kids Definition

sequential

adjective
se·​quen·​tial si-ˈkwen-chəl How to pronounce sequential (audio)
1
: of, relating to, or arranged in a sequence
sequential file systems
2
: following in sequence
sequentially adverb

Medical Definition

sequential

adjective
se·​quen·​tial
si-ˈkwen-chəl
1
: occurring as a sequela of disease or injury
2
: of, relating to, forming, or taken or administered in a sequence
sequential chemotherapy
sequential noun

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