sequel
1 antonyms and opposites of sequel, grouped by meaning.
Noun — A book, film, or show that continues the story of an earlier one, usually picking up after it.
Antonyms
How to use sequel
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Old French sequelle, from Latin sequēla, from sequī, "to follow."
Full origin of sequel →Frequently asked questions
What does “sequel” mean?
The word “sequel” means a book, film, or show that continues the story of an earlier one, usually picking up after it. In plain terms, something that comes after and continues on from what came before — most often used for follow-up books, films, or games.
How do you pronounce “sequel”?
“Sequel” is pronounced SEEK-wuhl (/ˈsiːkwəl/ in IPA).
How do you use “sequel” in a sentence?
Here is “sequel” used in a sentence: “The sequel made even more money than the original film.”
What is another word for “sequel”?
Words with a similar meaning to “sequel” include postquel.
What is the opposite of “sequel”?
The opposite of “sequel” — its antonyms — is prequel.
What part of speech is “sequel”?
“Sequel” is a noun.
Where does the word “sequel” come from?
The word “sequel” comes from Latin. From Old French sequelle, from Latin sequēla, from sequī, "to follow.".
Is “sequel” a common word?
“Sequel” is a fairly common word in modern English, usually learned at around the C1 level.
What is the difference between a sequel and a prequel?
A sequel continues a story after the events of the original work. A prequel is set before the original, showing what led up to it. Both are follow-ups in production order, but they move the timeline in opposite directions.
Is it sequel to or sequel of?
The standard preposition is to: a film is a sequel to the original, not a sequel of it. The same pattern holds for the broader sense, as in "the riots were a sequel to the verdict."
Can sequel refer to real events?
Yes. Beyond books and films, a sequel is whatever follows an earlier event as its result or continuation, as in "the sequel to the scandal was a wave of resignations." This use is somewhat formal or literary but perfectly standard.
What is the difference between a sequel and a series?
A sequel is a single work that continues the story of an earlier one. A series is the whole set of connected works taken together. One successful sequel after another is how a standalone story grows into a series.