i Register
In some senses, ensue is marked as obsolete. Watch for register when choosing this word.
verb
To follow (a leader, inclination etc.).
to ripenesse of mans state they grew: / Then shewing forth signes of their fathers blood, / They loued armes, and knighthood did ensew, / Seeking aduentures [...].
To ensue his example in doynge the like mischiefe.
To follow (in time), to be subsequent to.
Oh how many changes are like to ensue this reformation!
To occur afterwards, as a result or effect.
Give three freshmen six bottles of wine, and hilarity will ensue.
After ſo bad a beginning, whats like to inſue?