thereunto

/ðəˈrɛtʊntəu/

Definitions

1. adverb

used to indicate that something is added or appended to something else, especially a clause or a phrase.

“The judge handed down his decision, and to that thereunto, the verdict was upheld.”

2. noun

a pronoun used to refer to something previously mentioned or something that is the subject of the sentence.

“The king’s decree was issued, and it was addressed to all his subjects thereunto.”

3. conjunction

used to introduce a clause or phrase that is added to the main clause.

“The king’s decree was issued, and to that thereunto, the people rejoiced.”

4. preposition

used to indicate a relationship between a noun or pronoun and other words in a sentence.

“The king’s decree was issued to all his subjects thereunto.”

Synonyms

  • henceforth
  • moreover
  • therefore

Antonyms

  • however
  • nevertheless