Definitions

sequence

[see-kwuhns] / ˈsi kwəns /

NOUN

series, order

Synonyms

STRONGEST

arrangement array progression string

STRONG

chain classification concatenation continuance continuity continuousness course cycle disposition distribution flow graduation grouping ordering perpetuity placement procession row run sequel skein streak subsequence succession successiveness track train

WEAK

catenation consecution consecutiveness pecking order

Antonyms

STRONG

interruption stoppage

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

In Chicago, she talked to toy industry executives, game designers and inventors, including former Minnesota politician Doug Reuter, who invented the classic board game Sequence.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 14, 2025

WeightWatchers, which was founded in 1963, last year acquired telehealth provider Sequence, enabling members to get prescriptions for weight loss drugs.

From Seattle Times • Apr. 25, 2024

In March 2023, the company announced it would buy digital health company Sequence "as a natural step" given "the advancements in chronic weight management medications."

From BBC • Feb. 29, 2024

Sequence plays a role in the properties of natural polymers, too, Chen said.

From Science Daily • Nov. 9, 2023

Coherence Relation Sequence: before-and after Sequence: after-and- before Example The cold weather arrives and then the herons head south.

From "The Sense of Style" by Steven Pinker

Vocabulary lists containing sequence

Jim Burke's Academic Vocabulary List

Looking to grow your vocabulary? Check out this interactive, curated word list from our team of English language specialists at Vocabulary.com – one of over 17,000 lists we've built to help learners worldwide!

Latin Love, Vol III: seguire

Interested in learning more words like this one? Our team at Vocabulary.com has got you covered! You can review flashcards, quiz yourself, practice spelling, and more – and it's all completely free to use!

Algebra

Want to remember this word for good? Start your learning journey today with our library of interactive, themed word lists built by the experts at Vocabulary.com – we'll help you make the most of your study time!