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sequel Synonyms

Another word for sequel

Choosing another word for sequel depends on context, so the 12 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

A published, broadcast, or recorded creative work—such as a novel, film, television series, or video game—that continues the story or develops the theme of an earlier work.

Usage Example

"The author spent three years writing the highly anticipated follow-up to her bestselling historical novel."

Strongest
follow-up
Strong
continuation
Weak
installment

• noun (Context 2)

An event or circumstance that follows or arises as a result of an earlier one; an outcome or aftermath.

Usage Example

"Economic instability was the immediate consequence to the sudden collapse of the trade agreement."

Strongest
consequence
Strong
aftermath
result
outcome
upshot
outgrowth
repercussion
ramification
Weak
coronary

Opposites of sequel

The opposite of sequel shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

prequel
cause
antecedent
origin
precursor
predecessor
prelude
prologue
See all opposites of sequel

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Sequel. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/sequel
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