therefor

/ˈðɛrˌfɔr/ or /ˈðɛrˌfɔrər/

Definitions

1. adverb

in return for something; as a consequence of something

“She worked therefor, earning a decent living in the city.”

2. noun

a consequence; something that happens as a result

“The rain was a therefor of the storm that passed the night before.”

3. conjunction

used to introduce a consequence or a result

“He stayed out late therefor he was tired the next day.”

Synonyms

  • accordingly
  • thereupon

Antonyms

  • unavoidably
  • unintentionally