hereafter
|here-af-ter|
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/hɪrˈæftər/
🇬🇧
/hɪəˈɑːftə/
future existence
Etymology
Etymology Information
'hereafter' originates from Middle English, specifically the combination of 'here' and 'after', where 'here' meant 'in this place' and 'after' meant 'following in time'.
Historical Evolution
'hereafter' changed from the Middle English word 'hereafter' and has largely retained its form and meaning in modern English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'from this point in time', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the life or existence that follows death.
Many religions have different beliefs about the hereafter.
Synonyms
Adverb 1
from this time onward; in the future.
The company will hereafter be known as TechCorp.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35