thither
4 synonyms and 1 antonyms for thither, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adv — To or toward that place (archaic or literary).
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Rare, literary or technical
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Etymology
From Old English þider, reshaped over time by analogy with "hither".
Full origin of thither →Frequently asked questions
What does “thither” mean?
The word “thither” means to or toward that place (archaic or literary). In plain terms, an old-fashioned word for "to that place" — the opposite of "hither" ("to this place").
How do you pronounce “thither”?
“Thither” is pronounced THIH-thuh (/ˈðɪðɚ/ in IPA).
How do you use “thither” in a sentence?
Here is “thither” used in a sentence: “They travelled thither in search of fortune.”
What is another word for “thither”?
Words with a similar meaning to “thither” include there, over there, away there and yonder.
What is the opposite of “thither”?
The opposite of “thither” — its antonyms — is thence.
What part of speech is “thither”?
“Thither” is an adverb.
Where does the word “thither” come from?
The word “thither” comes from Old English. From Old English þider, reshaped over time by analogy with "hither".