Synonyms for

After

Verb / ˈæftɜ: / Another word for after — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Later in time than; following in space or time.

Synonyms & similar words

lateron subsequently afterwards later afterward following subsequent next later posterior ensuing successive coming future ensuing subsequent consequent resultant sequential later following next coming upcoming forthcoming

Synonyms by register

Formal

subsequent following ensuing

Informal

later next behind

Literary

henceforth anon

Antonyms

before preceding earlier prior previous ahead

Common collocations

  • after all
  • after that
  • after hours
  • after school
  • after dinner
  • after the fact
  • after a while

Word family

noun aftermath
adjective after
adverb after

Usage note

As a preposition, 'after' indicates sequence in time or order. It can also be used as an adverb or conjunction.

Example sentences

  1. After I finish my homework, I can play video games.
  2. We can have dessert after dinner.
  3. The sun sets after a long day.
  4. After the rain stopped, we went outside to play.
  5. After the movie ended, we went home.

Quotes

  • After all, tomorrow is another day.
  • The best is yet to come, and won't that be fine? You think you've seen the sun, but you ain't seen it shine.
  • After the rain, the rainbow will appear.

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