Definition

In a way that follows one after another in order or sequence.

Example

The team won three games successively, showing their improvement.

Conversation

Have you ever tried to finish your tasks successively instead of all at once?

Not really, but that sounds like a good idea!

I find it helps me stay focused and not overwhelmed.

I'll give it a shot next time; it might make things easier.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Successively → It is formed from "success" (from Latin "successus", meaning to come after or follow) and the suffix "-ively" (meaning in a manner of). The word "successively" means in a manner that follows one after another.

Memory Tip

Think of things happening 'one after another' — 'success' means to follow, and '-ively' indicates the manner of doing so.

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