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Afterwards Meaning: Definition, Examples, and Translations

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afterwards

[ˈɑːftəwərdz ]

Definition

Context #1 | Adverb

time

At a later or subsequent time; subsequently.

Synonyms

after, following, later, subsequently.

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Word Description / Examples
afterwards

Used to refer to a time following an event or action. Often used in informal or conversational contexts.

  • We went to the movie, and afterwards, we grabbed dinner.
  • The meeting ended an hour ago, and we discussed the project afterwards.
later

Refers to a time occurring after the present moment and commonly used for both casual and formal speech.

  • I'll text you later.
  • The results will be available later this week.
subsequently

Used in formal or academic contexts to indicate something happening as a result of or after a given event.

  • The company went bankrupt; subsequently, many employees lost their jobs.
  • The decision was made; subsequently, the project was halted.
after

Can refer to a subsequent time, but also used in a variety of contexts, including causality and order. Suitable for both formal and informal contexts.

  • We'll have dessert after dinner.
  • After finishing the report, he went for a walk.
following

Often used in formal writing or speech to indicate the next action or event in a sequence.

  • Following the announcement, there was a round of applause.
  • The team will meet next week following the presentation.

Examples of usage

  • I'll see you afterwards.
  • We went for a walk, and afterwards we had dinner together.

Translations

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Origin of 'afterwards'

The word 'afterwards' is derived from the Middle English word 'afterward', which in turn comes from the Old English 'æfteweard', meaning 'behind, in the rear'. The use of 'afterwards' to denote a later time has been recorded since the 16th century.

See also: after, afterward.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #2,020, this word belongs to solid intermediate vocabulary. It's frequently used in both casual and formal contexts and is worth learning for better fluency.