Carryover
(noun)
A situation in which an effect, quality, or emotion from an earlier time or situation continues into the present.
Origin:
The word 'carryover' has been in use since the early 20th century and is believed to have originated from the verb 'carry over' which means 'to transfer something from one place to another'.
Examples:
- There was a carryover of anger from yesterday's argument into today's meeting.
- The carryover of momentum from the previous quarter helped the company to achieve their goals.
- The carryover of knowledge from his previous job helped him to adapt quickly in the new role.
- The carryover of fatigue from last night's late shift affected his performance at work today.
- There was a noticeable carryover of confidence from her previous win into her next competition.