Antecedent
Antecedent noun - Someone or something responsible for a result.
Usage example: what are the antecedents of the American Revolutionary War?
Sequel is an antonym for antecedent.
Nearby Word: antecedently
Sequel
Sequel noun - A condition or occurrence traceable to a cause.
Usage example: higher prices are a logical sequel to higher costs for manufacturers
Antecedent is an antonym for sequel.
Nearby Word: sequela
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