Ensue

/Ι›nˈsjʉː/

The meaning and definition of Ensue, with examples, synonyms, and a word game to make it stick.

Definition

verb
  1. To occur afterwards, as a result or effect.
    β€œGive three freshmen six bottles of wine, and hilarity will ensue.”
  2. To follow (a leader, inclination etc.).
Synonyms come after follow carry out pursue arise

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