Thereafter

usgb/ˌðerˈæftər/
adverb

After a particular time or event.

He joined the army in 1998 and was promoted to lieutenant shortly thereafter.
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Often appears as...

  • shortly thereafter
  • immediately thereafter
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Sequential Events

Use 'thereafter' to indicate the next event in a sequence, often in formal writing.

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The company was founded, and thereafter it expanded rapidly.
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Time Gap

'Thereafter' suggests a period has passed since the initial event, not immediately after.

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She graduated in 2010, and thereafter began her career.
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Formal Tone

'Thereafter' carries a formal tone. In casual conversation, 'after that' is more common.

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He gave a speech and, thereafter, answered questions.
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