thereafter

[ thair-af-ter, -ahf- ]

adverb

1. after that in time or sequence; afterward:

   Thereafter they did not speak.

   Synonyms: subsequently, thenceforth, later

2. Obsolete. accordingly.

thereafter

/ ˌðɛərˈɑːftə /

adverb

1. from that time on or after that time

   thereafter, he ceased to pay attention

Word History and Origins

Origin of thereafter¹

before 900; Middle English ther after, Old English thǣr æfter. See there, after

Example Sentences

This was a breakthrough moment for Arteaga, who felt compelled to sign up every summer thereafter.

From Los Angeles Times

Shortly thereafter, the department received a call regarding a nearby vehicle collision.

From Los Angeles Times

Soon thereafter Vi is abandoned by yet another trusted loved one, while Caitlyn is rewarded for her hardened attitude against Zaun with raucous applause and a promotion.

From Salon

Shelton says the team began to force him out shortly thereafter.

From Los Angeles Times

The car then drives out of frame, and Max and Mason leave the address together shortly thereafter.

From BBC