thereof

adverb

there·​of t͟her-ˈəv 

-ˈäv

1

: of that or it

2

: from that cause or particular : therefrom

Examples of thereof in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Advertisement Mistakes will no longer be regarded as accidents, but key components of an AI-era aesthetic, one where failure is a marker of talent and success the sign of a lack thereof. — Tim Brinkhof, Time, 26 June 2026

Not in a supernatural sense, but rather being haunted by a presence, or a lack thereof. — Marisa Meltzer, Vanity Fair, 26 June 2026

The feature is almost chameleon-like, shifting to suit various design styles depending on its upholstery (or lack thereof) and scale. — Kate McGregor, Architectural Digest, 25 June 2026

This staggering figure is the direct result of current decisions—or lack thereof—regarding which roads are treated and when. — Mark Pittman, Forbes.com, 25 June 2026

Word History

First Known Use

before the 12th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing thereof

• lack thereof

Rhymes for thereof

• above
• foxglove
• hereof
• whereof
• dove
• glove
• love
• of
• shove
• hereinabove

Kids Definition

thereof

adverb

there·​of t͟ha-ˈrəv 

-ˈräv, 

t͟he-

1

: of that or it

the problem and solution thereof

2

: from that cause or particular : therefrom