sequitur

noun

se·​qui·​tur ˈse-kwə-tər 

-ˌtu̇r

: the conclusion of an inference : consequence

Synonyms

• conclusion
• consequence
• deduction
• determination
• eduction
• induction
• inference

Examples of sequitur in a Sentence

a reasonable sequitur from that announcement is that you'll be leaving the company

Word History

Etymology

Latin, it follows, 3rd person singular present indicative of sequi to follow — more at sue

First Known Use

1836, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing sequitur

• non sequitur