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therefore

there·fore

therefore

 
 
pronunciation:
theIr for
part of speech: adverb
definition: for that reason; as a result; consequently.
He went to bed early and therefore was well-rested before the match.Recent tests of the water in the pond showed that the water is not safe for swimming. Therefore, swimming will be prohibited until the water tests safe once again.The company president announced this morning that the business could no longer sustain its current operation, and, therefore, significant job cuts would be necessary.
synonyms:
accordingly, consequently, so
similar words:
thus