Definition

Relating to something that occurs as an addition or consequence to another thing, often without a direct causal connection.

Example

The changes in the policy were supervenient to the previous regulations, adding new layers of complexity.

Conversation

Did you notice how the weather changed so quickly today?

Yeah, it felt like a supervenient storm just popped up out of nowhere.

Exactly! One minute it was sunny, and the next we were caught in the rain.

Right? It's always surprising when those supervenient changes happen.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Supervenient → It is formed from "super-" (meaning above or over) and "venire" (meaning to come). The word describes something that comes in addition to or as a consequence of something else, often implying a higher or additional layer.

Memory Tip

Think of something that 'comes above' ('super-') another thing — that's why supervenient means something that comes in addition or as a consequence.

Visually Confused Words