A non sequitur is a conversational literary device, often used for comedic purposes. It is something said that, because of its apparent lack of meaning relative to what preceded it, seems absurd to the point of being humorous or confusing.
What does sequitur mean?
: the conclusion of an inference : consequence.
How do you use sequitur in a sentence?
Sequitur Sentence Examples
- Pataky's laudatory review of The Sound Of Music had a non sequitur at the end.
- Evidently his voice, language and mannerism were consistent with his looks; even the apparent non sequitur.
