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hereafter

2 antonyms for hereafter — opposites grouped by meaning.

Adv — From this point onward; in the future.

Synonyms by Meaning

1. adv

From this point onward; in the future.

“The rules stated hereafter must be followed by all members.”

hereunder hereinafter henceforward then

Opposites

2. noun

Life after death; existence beyond this one.

“Many religions teach that our actions in this life shape the hereafter.”

Antonyms

Etymology

From Old English hēræfter, literally "here" plus "after."

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Frequently asked questions

What does “hereafter” mean?
The word “hereafter” means from this point onward; in the future. In plain terms, as an adverb, "from now on"; as a noun, "the afterlife.".
How do you pronounce “hereafter”?
“Hereafter” is pronounced heer-RAHF-tuh (/hɪɹˈæftɚ/ in IPA).
How do you use “hereafter” in a sentence?
Here is “hereafter” used in a sentence: “The rules stated hereafter must be followed by all members.”
What is another word for “hereafter”?
Words with a similar meaning to “hereafter” include henceforward and then.
What part of speech is “hereafter”?
Depending on how it is used, “hereafter” can be an adverb and a noun.
Where does the word “hereafter” come from?
The word “hereafter” comes from Old English. From Old English hēræfter, literally "here" plus "after.".
Is “hereafter” a common word?
“Hereafter” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “hereafter” have?
“Hereafter” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: from this point onward; in the future.

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