sequentially

Thân thiện

The children lined up sequentially by height.

Definition

1. 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.

Học thuật

Adverb

1. in a consecutive manner
   • we numbered the papers consecutively

Từ đồng nghĩa

• consecutive