nonconsecutive

Intermediate (B1)

IPA: /nɒn.kənˈsɛk.jʊ.tɪv/

KK: /nɑnˈkɒnsɪkətɪv/

adjective

Definition

Not following one after the other in a sequence; having gaps or interruptions between items.

Example

The team won three nonconsecutive championships over the years.

Conversation

I noticed you have nonconsecutive days off this week.

Yeah, it’s a bit strange but I’ll manage.

I guess it gives you more flexibility, right?

Exactly! I can plan some fun activities in between.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms

disjointed

intermittent

separate

Antonyms

consecutive

continuous

sequential

Root Explanation

Nonconsecutive → It is formed from "non-" (meaning not) and "consecutivus" (from Latin, meaning following in order). The word "nonconsecutive" means not following in order or not sequential.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('non-') and 'following in order' ('consecutivus') to remember that 'nonconsecutive' refers to things that do not follow one after the other.

Visually Confused Words

unconsecutive

inconsecutive