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Therefore

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

Definition

as a result of something that has just been mentioned

Synonyms & similar words

thus hence consequently thence so thus consequently accordingly hence ergo so

Synonyms by register

Formal

consequently hence thus accordingly

Informal

so that's why for that reason

Literary

ergo whence

Antonyms

however nevertheless nonetheless still yet but conversely

Common collocations

  • and therefore
  • therefore it is
  • therefore we must
  • therefore cannot
  • therefore will
  • therefore be
  • therefore have
  • therefore do

Word family

adverb therefore

Usage note

Therefore is a conjunctive adverb used to indicate a result or consequence. It is generally considered more formal than 'so'.

Example sentences

  1. She didn't study for the test; therefore, she failed it.
  2. The weather forecast predicted rain; therefore, we brought an umbrella.
  3. He ate too much candy; therefore, he got a stomachache.
  4. She didn't have enough money; therefore, she couldn't buy the toy.
  5. The car broke down; therefore, they had to walk home.

Quotes

  • Therefore, if you are offering your gift at the altar and there remember that your brother or sister has something against you, leave your gift there in front of the altar. First go and be reconciled to them; then come and offer your gift.
  • The reasonable man adapts himself to the world; the unreasonable one persists in trying to adapt the world to himself. Therefore all progress depends on the unreasonable man.
  • The only limit to our realization of tomorrow will be our doubts of today. Therefore, let us move ahead with active faith.

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