sequentially
Definition
- Adverb:
- In a sequential manner; one after another in a logical order or series: The word "sequentially" describes performing actions, arranging items, or experiencing events in a consecutive sequence, where one step follows the previous one directly.
Usage
The adverb "sequentially" is used to modify verbs, describing that an action is carried out in a step-by-step order. It emphasizes a logical progression where each part follows the one before without interruption or deviation from the sequence. - It is often used in academic, technical, and formal contexts (e.g., computing, instructions, narratives). - It can be placed before the main verb, after the auxiliary verb, or at the end of a clause for emphasis.
Examples
- Modifying a verb:
- The data packets are transmitted sequentially. (The packets are sent one after the other in order.)
- Please read the chapters sequentially to understand the story. (Read the chapters in the order they appear.)
- The system boots sequentially, loading each module after the previous one finishes. (The startup process happens in a strict, ordered series.)
Advanced Usage
- "to proceed sequentially": to advance or continue in a step-by-step order.
- The investigation will proceed sequentially, examining each piece of evidence in turn.
- In computing/programming: Often describes processing data or executing instructions in a strict, non-parallel order.
- A classic processor executes machine code sequentially.
Variants and Related Words
- Sequential (adj): Forming or following a logical order or sequence.
- The tasks must be completed in sequential order.
- Sequence (n): A particular order in which related events, movements, or things follow each other.
- The correct sequence of operations is crucial.
Synonyms
- Consecutively: In a way that follows one after another without interruption.
- Successively: Following in a sequence, one after the other.
- In order: Following the correct or specified sequence.
- Step by step: Proceeding gradually from one stage to the next.
Antonyms
- Simultaneously: At the same time.
- Randomly: Without a definite aim, pattern, or order.
- Haphazardly: In a manner lacking any obvious principle of organization.
Adverb
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in a consecutive manner
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we numbered the papers consecutively
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