Simple meaning
What does Then mean?
Then means next or at that time.
Dictionary definition
Then means at that time or next in order.
Example sentences
Then in a sentence
easy
In class, we learned what then means.
medium
The teacher used then in a sentence so we could see its exact meaning.
hard
During writing practice, choosing then instead of a confusing look-alike made the sentence clearer.
Synonyms
Words like Then
nextClose in meaning; check context for exact use.
afterwardClose in meaning; check context for exact use.
laterClose in meaning; check context for exact use.
Antonyms
Opposite words
beforeHelpful contrast for understanding meaning.
earlierHelpful contrast for understanding meaning.
Word family
Then word family
Base word
then
adverb
then
Base form.
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Quick practice
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Practice 1
What does then mean?
Then means then means next or at that time.
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