Pronunciation: [səksˈiːdɪŋ] (IPA) 
The word "succeeding" is spelled with a double "c" and "d" after the "u" because it follows the rule of doubling the consonant after a short vowel in a stressed syllable. The IPA phonetic transcription for "succeeding" is /səkˈsiːdɪŋ/, with the stress on the second syllable. The "c" is pronounced as a "k" sound because it is followed by the "e" vowel. The "d" is pronounced as a "d" sound because it is preceded by a short "e" sound.
Succeeding, primarily used as an adjective, is derived from the verb "succeed" and generally refers to the act of achieving or attaining a desired outcome or goal. In the context of an individual or entity, it implies the ability to progress, prosper, or thrive in a particular endeavor.
Succeeding can also denote the act of following someone or something in a particular sequence, often in terms of a chronological or hierarchical order. In this sense, it often describes someone who comes after or takes over a position or role from another. For instance, a "succeeding generation" refers to the group of individuals born after a certain period, while a "succeeding leader" is a person who follows in the footsteps of a previous leader.
Furthermore, "succeeding" can describe a continuous or consecutive occurrence of events or objects. For instance, a line of succeeding numbers refers to a sequence of numbers that follows a specific pattern or order. Similarly, succeeding chapters in a book or succeeding stages in a project refer to the parts or phases that come after the initial ones.
Overall, succeeding conveys the concept of progress, accomplishment, or continuation, indicating the capacity to accomplish goals, follow a particular order, or maintain a progressive sequence.
Following in order; taking the place of another; having success.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
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The word "succeeding" comes from the Latin verb "succedere", which is a combination of "sub" (meaning "under") and "cedere" (meaning "to go" or "to yield"). Initially, the term was used to refer to physically following or coming under someone or something. Over time, it acquired the abstract sense of one person or thing following another in rank, position, or order. Eventually, "succeeding" developed into its current usage as an adjective meaning "coming after in time or order" or "following in sequence".
