Definition

A series of elements that appear in the same order as they do in another larger series, but not necessarily consecutively.

Example

In mathematics, a subsequence can be derived from a sequence by removing some elements without changing the order of the remaining elements.

Conversation

Have you ever thought about how a subsequence can appear in our daily lives?

Not really, but I guess it makes sense when you look at events that follow one another.

Exactly! Like how finishing school can lead to a subsequence of job opportunities.

Right, it's interesting to see how everything is connected.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Subsequence → It is formed from "sub-" (meaning under or below) and "sequent" (from Latin "sequentem", meaning following). The word "subsequence" refers to a sequence that follows another sequence, often in a hierarchical or ordered manner.

Memory Tip

Think of something that comes 'under' ('sub-') another thing that is 'following' ('sequent'). This helps you remember that a subsequence is a sequence that follows another.

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