ensuing
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ɪnˈsuːɪŋ/
KK: /ɪnˈsuːɪŋ/
adjective
Definition
Describing something that happens as a result of a previous event or situation.
Example
The ensuing chaos made it difficult to find anyone in the crowd.
Conversation
Did you hear about the argument at the party last night?
Yeah, it was crazy! I didn’t expect that to happen.
I know, right? The ensuing drama kept everyone talking for hours.
Totally! It definitely added some excitement to the night.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
subsequent
following
resultant
Antonyms
preceding
prior
initial
verb
Definition
To happen as a result of something that has occurred; to follow in time or order.
Example
After the storm, the ensuing damage was extensive.
Tense Forms
Past: ensued
Past Participle: ensued
Conversation
What happened after the meeting yesterday?
Well, a lot of discussions started ensuing right after it ended.
That sounds interesting! What were they about?
Root Explanation
Ensuing → It is formed from "ensue" (from Old French *ensuivre*, meaning to follow) and the suffix "-ing" (indicating the action or process of). The word "ensuing" refers to something that follows as a result of an event or action.
Memory Tip
Think of something that 'follows' an event — 'ensue' means to follow, and '-ing' indicates the action of that following.
Visually Confused Words
resuing
suing
enduring