Indicates the order of events in time, with 'subsequent' referring to actions that occur later. He missed the meeting, and the subsequent email explained the meeting's decisions.
Pro Tip 2/3
Cause and Effect
'Subsequent' can imply a result or effect following an earlier cause or circumstance. The heavy rain was followed by subsequent flooding in the area.
Pro Tip 3/3
Not Immediate
'Subsequent' does not mean immediately after; there can be a delay between events. The film ended at 9 PM, and the subsequent discussion started at 9:30 PM.