Search Dictionary
Definition of serially

serially

/ˈsɪə.ri.ə.li/
se · ri · al · ly

Adjective:serial
JUMP TO:

serially Lexical Profile

serially Game Scores & Validity

• adverb

1

In a series, sequence, or consecutive order, one after another.

Example

"In this older network architecture, data packets are transmitted serially along a single communication channel."


2

In regular installments or episodes, as of a published story or broadcast program.

Example

"Many nineteenth-century novels were originally published serially in monthly literary magazines before appearing as complete books."


3

Repeatedly and habitually, following the same pattern of behavior across multiple instances.

Example

"The firm was fined for serially violating environmental regulations over the course of a decade."

Synonyms
View all synonyms for serially
Antonyms
View all antonyms for serially

• Rhymes for serially

Cite this Entry


Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Serially. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/serially
Built for writers, students, and competitive word game players, Wordmom combines an uncluttered English dictionary and thesaurus with fast, pattern-based word finders so you can verify definitions, synonyms, and high-scoring tile plays in one place.
Dictionary & Reference
© 2016–2026 Wordmom Network. All rights reserved. Made with for word lovers everywhere.
Disclaimer: SCRABBLE® is a registered trademark. All intellectual property rights in and to the game are owned in the U.S.A. and Canada by Hasbro Inc., and throughout the rest of the world by J.W. Spear & Sons Limited of Maidenhead, Berkshire, England, a subsidiary of Mattel Inc. Mattel and Spear are not affiliated with Hasbro. Words With Friends® is a registered trademark of Zynga Inc. Wordle® is a registered trademark of The New York Times Company. Other referenced game titles and tournament lexicon codes (including NASPA NWL and WESPA/HarperCollins CSW) are trademarks of their respective owners. Wordmom is an independent reference utility for educational and entertainment purposes and is not affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by Hasbro, Mattel, Spear, Zynga, The New York Times Company, NASPA, WESPA, or HarperCollins Publishers. All game names are referenced strictly under nominative fair use to indicate compatibility.