con·sec·u·tive /kənˈsekjʊtɪv/ a. 1. 连续的 He was reelected for four consecutive terms. 他连着4任当选。 The numbers 4,5,6 are consecutive. 4，5，6这几个数字是相邻的。 2. 按逻辑顺序的，连贯的 The dull ache in his belly made consecutive thought impossible. 腹中的隐痛使他不可能作连贯的思考。 3. 【语】结果的 a consecutive clause 结果从句(或结论从句) 4. 【音】连续的 [< Fr consécutif < L consecūtus having followed < consequī to pursue]