consecutive
/kənˈsekjətɪv/
CEFR level C1Topic Daily lifeWord #6789 in the learning path
连续的；接连的
Definitions
adj. following one after another without any interruption
连续的；接连的
Example
It has rained for five consecutive days this week.
这周已经连续下了五天雨。
Several consecutive years of low rainfall have reduced agricultural output and increased pressure on regional water supplies.
连续数年的降雨偏少导致农业产量下降，并加大了地区供水压力。
Collocations
- consecutive days
- consecutive victories
- for three consecutive years
Word family
- consecutively (adv.)
Synonyms
- successive
Antonyms
- non-consecutive
Usage tip
强调一个接一个、中间无间断，常修饰天数或次数。
FAQ
- What does consecutive mean?
- following one after another without any interruption
- How is consecutive pronounced?
- UK /kənˈsekjətɪv/, US /kənˈsekjətɪv/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
