Thenceforth

usgb/ˌðensˈfɔːrθ/
adverb

From that time onward.

After that event, he thenceforth decided to change his ways.
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Often appears as...

  • start thenceforth
  • live thenceforth

Usage tips

Formal

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Historically Elegant

Thenceforth carries an old-fashioned tone and often appears in historical or classical literature.

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She took the throne and thenceforth ruled with wisdom.
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Change Marker

Use 'thenceforth' to emphasize a pivotal change or the start of a new phase in a narrative.

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He won the lottery and thenceforth lived a life of luxury.
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Less Common Usage

'Thenceforth' is less commonly used in everyday language; 'from then on' is more usual in casual speech.

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He moved to Paris and thenceforth spoke French daily.
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