Pronunciation

/səkˈseɪʃ(ə)n/

Definitions

Noun

1. The act of succeeding or coming after, usually in a series or order. Example: “The new CEO’s succession plan was well-received by the board.”
2. The process of taking over a position or role after someone else. Example: “She was chosen for the top job in her company’s succession.”
3. Successive generations or periods. Example: “The family’s long succession of artists.”

Verb

1. To take over or succeed someone in a position or role. Example: “John will succeed his father as CEO.”
2. To follow one thing or event after another. Example: “Her career saw a succession of milestones.”

Adjective

1. Replacing or following another in turn. Example: “The succession of warm days made it feel like summer.”
2. Showing a continuous or unbroken series. Example: “A succession of storms hit the region.”

Phrases

• “Succeeding in their footsteps” refers to following someone’s path.
• “In the wake of their succession” implies happening after someone’s departure.
• “A smooth succession” denotes a seamless transition.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “The company’s succession plan ensures a seamless handover of leadership.”
• Verb: “After his retirement, John’s son will succeed him as team captain.”
• Adjective: “The succession of events led to a dramatic change in the market.”

Synonyms

• Success
• Continuation
• Lineage
• Successorship
• Replacement
• Successionary