hitherto
15 synonyms and 2 antonyms for hitherto, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adv — Up until now, or up until the point being discussed.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
How to use hitherto
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Formal; common in academic or legal writing but rare in everyday speech.
Etymology
From Middle English hiderto, combining hither ("to here") with to.
Full origin of hitherto →Frequently asked questions
What does “hitherto” mean?
The word “hitherto” means up until now, or up until the point being discussed.
How do you pronounce “hitherto”?
“Hitherto” is pronounced hih-thuh-TOO (/ˈhɪðəɹˌtu/ in IPA).
How do you use “hitherto” in a sentence?
Here is “hitherto” used in a sentence: “Hitherto, no one had questioned the results.”
What is another word for “hitherto”?
Words with a similar meaning to “hitherto” include as yet, as of yet, erenow, herebefore, hereto and heretofore.
What is the opposite of “hitherto”?
The opposite of “hitherto” — its antonyms — are still and henceforth.
What part of speech is “hitherto”?
“Hitherto” is an adverb.
Where does the word “hitherto” come from?
The word “hitherto” comes from Middle English. From Middle English hiderto, combining hither ("to here") with to.
Is “hitherto” a common word?
“Hitherto” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the C2 level.