Definition of OBSEQUENT

obsequent

Meanings

Plural: obsequents

Adj

  • Obedient; submissive; obsequious.
  • Facing the opposite way of what would be expected, for example, a stream flowing towards higher elevation.

Noun

  • An obsequent geological feature.

Origin / Etymology

From Latin obsequens, present participle of obsequi, from ob (see ob-) + sequi. See sequence.

Scrabble Score: 20

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Words With Friends Score: 0

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