sequel

• Substantivo que designa algo que vem depois de um evento anterior, ou uma obra posterior — como livro, filme ou peça — que dá continuidade e amplia uma história original.

A noun referring to something that follows or comes after an earlier event, or a later part added to a book, film, or play that continues and extends the original story.

1. Continuation of a storyB1formal

   A book, film, or play that continues the story of an earlier work.

   Continuação

   • The sequel to the popular movie was released last year.
   • She is writing a sequel to her first novel.
   • Fans are eagerly waiting for the sequel to the game.

   Sinônimoscontinuationfollow-upsuccessor

2. Something that followsB2formal

   An event or situation that happens after and as a result of a previous one.

   Consequência

   • The scandal had an unexpected sequel in the form of a lawsuit.
   • The sequel to the accident was a series of safety reforms.
   • His resignation was a direct sequel to the board's decision.

   Sinônimosaftermathconsequencecorollaryoutcomeresultupshot