thus

[ thuhs ]

adverb

1. in the way just indicated; in this way:

   Stated thus, the problem seems trivial.

2. in such or the following manner; so:

   Thus it came to pass.

3. accordingly; consequently:

   It is late, and thus you must go.

4. to this extent or degree:

   thus far.

5. as an example; for instance.

thus

/ ðʌs /

adverb

1. in this manner

   do it thus

2. to such a degree

   thus far and no further

sentence connector

1. therefore

   We have failed. Thus we have to take the consequences

Usage Note

See thusly.

Word History and Origins

Origin of thus¹

First recorded before 900; Middle English, Old English; cognate with Dutch dus

Word History and Origins

Origin of thus¹

Old English; related to Old Frisian, Old Saxon thus

Example Sentences

The union also argued that planned interviews constituted “significant and adverse changes to the terms and conditions of employment” and thus required bargaining.

From Los Angeles Times

The design thus ensures timely pressure release and alerts medical personnel to ensure quick assistance.

From Science Daily

Thanks in part to these measures, solar panel prices are far higher here than abroad, thus harming U.S. solar installation companies and slowing the energy transition.

From Los Angeles Times

Vultures thus fulfil an important ecological role by cleaning landscapes of carrion and containing the spread of wildlife diseases.

From Science Daily

Zeldovich describes but a handful of patients who have benefitted from such treatments thus far.

From Salon

Related Words

• as
• for example
• for instance
• such as