therefore

/ˈðɛəfɔː/ /ˈðɛəɹfɔɹ/

Meanings

adverb

For that or this purpose, referring to something previously stated.

Examples :

"My friend studied hard for the test; therefore, she got a good grade. "

adverb

Consequently, by or in consequence of that or this cause; referring to something previously stated.

Examples :

"Traditional values will always have a place, therefore they will never lose relevance."

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Related Words

friend noun

/fɹɛnd/

A person other than a family member, spouse or lover whose company one enjoys and towards whom one feels affection.

"John and I have been friends ever since we were roommates at college. Trust is important between friends. I used to find it hard to make friends when I was shy."

something noun

/ˈsamθɪŋ/ /ˈsʌmθɪŋ/

An object whose nature is yet to be defined.

"My friend told me there was something in the box, but I didn't know what it was yet. "

referring verb

/rɪˈfɜːrɪŋ/ /rəˈfɜːrɪŋ/

To direct the attention of.

"The teacher was referring to the homework assignment when she said it was due tomorrow. "

relevance noun

/ˈrɛləvəns/ /ˈrɛləvన్స్/

The property or state of being relevant or pertinent.

"The teacher emphasized the relevance of the current lesson to our future careers. "

studied adjective

/ˈstʌdid/

Practiced; self-conscious; careful.

"She gave a studied reply."

values noun

/ˈvæljuːz/

The quality (positive or negative) that renders something desirable or valuable.

"The Shakespearean Shylock is of dubious value in the modern world."

purpose noun

/ˈpɜːpəs/ /ˈpɝpəs/

An objective to be reached; a target; an aim; a goal.

"My purpose for studying hard is to get good grades in school. "

consequently adverb

/ˈkɒnsɪˌkwɛntli/ /ˈkɑːnsəˌkwɛntli/

As a result or consequence of something.

"The weather was terrible, consequently, the picnic was cancelled. "

traditional noun

/tɹəˈdɪʃnəl/

A person with traditional beliefs.

"My grandmother is a traditional, believing strongly in family values. "

previously adverb

/ˈpɹiːvi.əsli/ /ˈpɹivi.əsli/

(with present-tense constructions) First; beforehand, in advance.

"Previously, I had planned to study for the math test on Saturday. "

consequence noun

/ˈkɒnsɪkwɛns/ /ˈkɑnsɪkwəns/

That which follows something on which it depends; that which is produced by a cause.

"If you miss your curfew, a consequence is having to stay inside and do chores. "

stated verb

/ˈsteɪtɪd/

To declare to be a fact.

"He stated that he was willing to help."