ensue

intransitive-verb
UK: /ɪnˈsjuː/
US: /ɪnˈsuː/

  1. To happen after something else, especially as a result.

    1. The police arrived, and a chase did ensue.
    2. If the predicted heavy rains ensue, travel will be difficult.

  2. To follow immediately afterward.

    1. Problems will ensue if you don't follow the rules.
    2. After the argument, a period of silence did ensue between them.

Synonyms

follow result arise pursue
ensue transitive-verb

  1. To strive to attain; pursue.

    1. He decided to ensue a career in medicine after helping his father.
    2. They ensue happiness and fulfillment in every aspect of their lives.

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "ensue" in English means: To happen after something else, especially as a result., To follow immediately afterward..

The phonetic transcription of "ensue" is /ɪnˈsjuː/ in British English and /ɪnˈsuː/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "ensue": follow, result, arise, pursue.

Example usage of "ensue": "The police arrived, and a chase did ensue.". More examples on the page.