SUCCESSIVE Synonyms: 22 Similar and Opposite Words

successive

adjective

sək-ˈse-siv

Definition of successive

as in consecutive

following one after another without others coming in between made the honor roll for three successive school terms

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Recent Examples of successive The successive combinations, industry experts have said, have been driven by desires to diversify economically, and keep up with expensive technology investments that have become necessary in the finance industry. — Sacbee.com, 31 Aug. 2026 That 46-footer amassed an enviable racing résumé over successive decades, including multiple victories in the Chicago Yacht Club Race to Mackinac, the Silver Jubilee Series, and the Queen’s Cup. — Michael Verdon, Robb Report, 30 Aug. 2026 Earl showed precision with both short and deep balls, like on successive 45-yard scoring tosses. — Steve Reaven, Chicago Tribune, 29 Aug. 2026 In his valedictory address, Rajan attacked successive governments for mismanaging the BBC by repeatedly reviewing its operations without properly addressing the forces that are contributing to its decline. — Jake Kanter, Deadline, 27 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for successive

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consecutive

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The Bank of Korea raised its base rate to 3% in August, its second consecutive hike, as core inflation remained elevated.

— Lim Hui Jie, CNBC, 3 Sep. 2026
In one test, Razorbill was driven through a steel automotive hood 38 consecutive times.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 3 Sep. 2026

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