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supervene.

To follow (something) closely, either as a consequence or in contrast.

9 characters3 syllables approx.English language

Meaning & usage

verb
  1. To follow (something) closely, either as a consequence or in contrast.

    intransitive
  2. To supersede.

  3. To be dependent on an earlier event.

  4. To be dependent on something else for existence, truth, or instantiation.

  5. To occur as an interruption or change to an existing situation.

Where this word comes from

From Latin supervenīre (“come over or upon, overtake”), from super (“above”) + veniō (“come”).

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