thereafter

adverb C1

Meaning

"Thereafter" is an adverb used to indicate that something occurs after a specified point in time or event, often suggesting a sequence of actions or consequences that follow the initial occurrence, typically in a formal or academic context.
💡 It is important to use "thereafter" in contexts that require a clear temporal relationship; it is often misused in informal settings where simpler terms like "after that" would suffice.

Example Sentences

He completed the project and moved to a new city thereafter .
The contract was signed , and the parties complied thereafter .
The experiment was conducted , and data were analyzed thereafter .
The team completed the project and held a review meeting thereafter .

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