1. a book, movie, or other work that continues the story of an earlier one
2. something that follows as a result or consequence
Usage: formal

Examples

• The movie sequel was even more popular than the original film.
• She’s writing a sequel to her bestselling novel.
• The third book in the series serves as a sequel to the first two.
• The economic crisis was a sequel to years of poor financial planning.
• Fans eagerly awaited the sequel to their favorite superhero movie.
• The sequel picks up where the first story left off.
• His injury was the unfortunate sequel to ignoring safety warnings.