thereafter
/ˌðeərˈɑːftə/ · /ˌðerˈæftər/
CEFR level C1Topic HistoryWord #6331 in the learning path
此后；从那以后
Definitions
adv. After the time or event just mentioned
此后；从那以后
Example
The shop opened in spring and closed shortly thereafter.
这家店春天开业，不久后就关门了。
The city introduced stricter vehicle standards, and air quality improved steadily in the years thereafter.
该市实施了更严格的车辆标准，此后几年空气质量持续改善。
Collocations
- shortly thereafter
- soon thereafter
- for years thereafter
Synonyms
- afterwards
- subsequently
Antonyms
- beforehand
Usage tip
正式用语，指前文时间点之后；日常常用after that。
FAQ
- What does thereafter mean?
- After the time or event just mentioned
- How is thereafter pronounced?
- UK /ˌðeərˈɑːftə/, US /ˌðerˈæftər/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
