Sequacious

C2 16+

Pronunciation: /sɪˈkweɪʃəs/

Definitions of sequacious

adjective adjective describes a noun or pronoun. 'Sequacious' means lacking independence or originality, being excessively obedient or submissive.

Example Sentences

A1 She is a sequacious follower, always agreeing with whatever others say.

A2 The sequacious nature of the character made them easily influenced by others.

B1 The sequacious students simply repeated what the teacher said without questioning it.

B2 Her sequacious behavior in the workplace led to her being taken advantage of by her colleagues.

C1 The politician's sequacious attitude towards the party leadership was seen as a lack of independent thought.

C2 The author's sequacious writing style failed to provide any original insights or perspectives.

Examples of sequacious in a Sentence

formal The sequacious nature of the research assistant made them a valuable asset to the team.

informal She's so sequacious, always following whatever trend is popular at the moment.

slang Don't be so sequacious, think for yourself and make your own decisions.

figurative His sequacious mindset led him down a path of conformity rather than individuality.

Grammatical Forms of sequacious

past tense

sequaciously

plural

sequaciouses

comparative

more sequacious

superlative

most sequacious

present tense

sequacious

future tense

will be sequacious

perfect tense

have been sequacious

continuous tense

is being sequacious

singular

sequacious

positive degree

sequacious

infinitive

to be sequacious

gerund

sequaciously

participle

sequaciousing

Origin and Evolution of sequacious

First Known Use: 1601 year
Language of Origin: Latin
Story behind the word: The word 'sequacious' originated from the Latin word 'sequax' meaning 'inclined to follow'.
Evolution of the word: Originally used to describe someone who is excessively eager to follow others or be guided by them, the meaning of 'sequacious' has evolved to also include being unquestioning or compliant.