How Do You Spell SEQUESTER?

Pronunciation: [siːkwˈɛstə] (IPA)

The word "sequester" is spelled with the "s-e-q-u-e-s-t-e-r" sequence, which is pronounced as /səˈkwɛstər/. In this word, the "s" makes the /s/ sound, followed by the combination "e-q-u-e," which makes the sound /kwɛ/. The "s-t-e-r" ending is pronounced as /stər/. This word has its roots in the Latin word "sequestrare," which means "to set aside." The spelling and pronunciation of "sequester" may be challenging to some due to the unique combination of letters and sounds used in the word.

SEQUESTER Meaning and Definition

1. Sequester is a transitive verb that has several distinct but related definitions. It can be used to refer to the act of isolating or separating something or someone from others, especially in order to have control over them or protect them. For example, a judge might sequester the jury during a trial to prevent outside influences from affecting their decision-making. In this sense, sequester implies a deliberate and calculated action.

   Another definition of sequester is to set aside, keep, or conserve something (such as money, assets, or resources) in a separate or secured place. This can be done for various reasons, such as safeguarding them from loss, misuse, or interference. For instance, a company might sequester its profits in a separate account to ensure their preservation and prevent unnecessary spending.

   In a more specific context, sequester may also refer to the political and economic action of automatically reducing government spending across specific programs or areas. This is typically done to control budget deficits or ensure fiscal austerity measures. For example, a government might sequester funds from defense budgets or social welfare programs.

   Overall, sequester involves the act of isolating, separating, or setting aside something or someone for achieving a particular purpose, whether it be protection, conservation, or fiscal control.

2. Sequestrum.

   A practical medical dictionary. By Stedman, Thomas Lathrop. Published 1920.

3. To separate from others; to withdraw or retire, as from society; to sequestrate.

   Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.

Common Misspellings for SEQUESTER

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Etymology of SEQUESTER

The word "sequester" has its roots in Latin. It is derived from the Latin word "sequestrare", which means "to set apart" or "to separate". The verb "sequester" entered the English language through the Middle French term "sequestrer", which had a similar meaning. Over time, the word's usage expanded to encompass additional contexts, such as the act of seizing or confiscating someone's property, and eventually evolved to its present-day usage, which primarily refers to the isolation or separation of individuals or groups.

Similar spelling words for SEQUESTER

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• sequestered,
• sequestrate,
• Seaquist.

Conjugate verb Sequester

CONDITIONAL

I would sequester

you would sequester

he/she/it would sequester

we would sequester

they would sequester

CONDITIONAL CONTINUOUS

I would be sequestering

you would be sequestering

he/she/it would be sequestering

we would be sequestering

they would be sequestering

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have sequester

you would have sequester

he/she/it would have sequester

we would have sequester

they would have sequester

CONDITIONAL PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I would have been sequestering

you would have been sequestering

he/she/it would have been sequestering

we would have been sequestering

they would have been sequestering

FUTURE

I will sequester

you will sequester

he/she/it will sequester

we will sequester

they will sequester

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

I will be sequestering

you will be sequestering

he/she/it will be sequestering

we will be sequestering

they will be sequestering

FUTURE PERFECT

I will have sequestered

you will have sequestered

he/she/it will have sequestered

we will have sequestered

they will have sequestered

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I will have been sequestering

you will have been sequestering

he/she/it will have been sequestering

we will have been sequestering

they will have been sequestering

IMPERATIVE

you sequester

we let´s sequester

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to sequester

PAST

I sequestered

you sequestered

he/she/it sequestered

we sequestered

they sequestered

PAST CONTINUOUS

I was sequestering

you were sequestering

he/she/it was sequestering

we were sequestering

they were sequestering

PAST PARTICIPLE

sequestered

PAST PERFECT

I had sequestered

you had sequestered

he/she/it had sequestered

we had sequestered

they had sequestered

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I had been sequestering

you had been sequestering

he/she/it had been sequestering

we had been sequestering

they had been sequestering

PRESENT

I sequester

you sequester

he/she/it sequesters

we sequester

they sequester

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

I am sequestering

you are sequestering

he/she/it is sequestering

we are sequestering

they are sequestering

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

sequestering

PRESENT PERFECT

I have sequestered

you have sequestered

he/she/it has sequestered

we have sequestered

they have sequestered

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I have been sequestering

you have been sequestering

he/she/it has been sequestering

we have been sequestering

they have been sequestering

I would have sequestered

we would have sequestered

you would have sequestered

he/she/it would have sequestered

they would have sequestered