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seriatim

Upper-Intermediate (B2)

IPA: //ˌsɛr.iˈeɪ.tɪm//

KK: /sɛrɪˈeɪtɪm/

adjective
Definition

In a sequential or orderly manner, one after another.


Example

The documents were reviewed seriatim to ensure each was properly considered.


Conversation
Sloth A
Did you notice how they presented the information seriatim during the meeting?
Sloth B
Yeah, it made things much clearer to follow.
Sloth A
I think using that method is really effective for complex topics.
Sloth B
Absolutely! It helps everyone stay on the same page.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
sequential
successive
consecutive
Antonyms
random
disordered
scattered
adverb
Definition

In a series or one after another, often used to describe actions or items that follow each other in order.


Example

The committee reviewed the applications seriatim, ensuring that each one received careful consideration.


Conversation
Sloth A
Did you see how they presented the topics seriatim during the meeting?
Sloth B
Yeah, it made everything so much clearer to follow.
Sloth A
I agree, discussing them seriatim helped us understand the main points better.
Sloth B
Root Explanation

Seriatim is derived from the Latin word 'series' (meaning a row or chain) combined with the suffix '-atim' (meaning in a manner). The term refers to things arranged in a series or sequence, thus indicating a sequential order.

Memory Tip

Think of 'series' to remember that 'seriatim' means in a sequential manner, as if items are lined up one after another.

Visually Confused Words
triseriatim
sheriat
Is this page helpful?
Definitely! I wish all presentations were done that way.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
sequentially
consecutively
successively
Antonyms
simultaneously
randomly
disorderly