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Therefore

adverb

for that reason; as a result.

9 letters 2 syllables

What does Therefore mean?

for that reason; as a result.

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Dictionary definition

Therefore is a transition word that shows a result, conclusion, or reason based on what came before.

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Therefore in a sentence

easy

It was raining; therefore, the game moved indoors.

medium

The data was incomplete, therefore the group waited to decide.

hard

Writers use therefore to connect evidence to a conclusion.

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What does therefore show in a sentence?

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Synonyms

Words like Therefore

soA simple word that can show result.
thusA formal word meaning as a result.
as a resultA phrase that shows an outcome.
Antonyms

Opposite words

howeverShows contrast instead of result.
neverthelessShows contrast despite what came before.
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Base word

therefore

adverb

therefore

For that reason or as a result.

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