Definition of thusnext
as in therefore
for this or that reason we didn't have room for all seven of us in my car and thus took two cars to go to the movies

Synonyms & Similar Words

Relevance

Example Sentences

Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to show current usage. Read More Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of thus Migration is thus a crucial means of enabling people born in the Global South to access lucrative jobs. — J. Toby Reiner, The Conversation, 18 Sep. 2026 Beneath the symbolism is Xi’s fear that China could end up like the Soviet Union, whose own Communist Party, Xi believes, let its internal disciplinary mechanisms atrophy and thus was the architect of its own demise. — Andrew Mertha, Foreign Affairs, 17 Sep. 2026 Intocable thus joined a long list of national and international artists who have performed at the world’s second-largest public square, surpassed only by Tiananmen in Beijing. — Natalia Cano, Billboard, 16 Sep. 2026 These chemicals can cause similar types of damage to blood vessels, increase inflammation and thus increase the risk of coronary heart disease. — Katia Hetter, CNN Money, 16 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for thus
Recent Examples of Synonyms for thus
Adverb
  • The announcement is therefore focused less on changing battery chemistry and more on changing the material and manufacturing process around the battery.
    — Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 19 Sep. 2026
  • The latest public clash between the Spencers and Windsors is therefore a test of alliances for the British royal clan.
    — Billy Stockwell, CNN Money, 19 Sep. 2026
Adverb
  • Gen either forgets or ignores the request, so Kat has to do it herself.
    — Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 22 Sep. 2026
  • By then, however, the tortoise is ten yards farther along, so Achilles must close the new gap.
    — Kathryn Schulz, New Yorker, 21 Sep. 2026
Adverb
  • Small milestones consequently became significant for the family.
    — Angelique Brenes, PEOPLE, 17 Sep. 2026
  • Sandra may be the only professional actress, but April and Diane are equally dramatic — and if Paulson, Watts and Wiest’s performances seem consequently heightened, that’s by design.
    — Natalia Winkelman, Variety, 16 Sep. 2026

Browse Nearby Words

Cite this Entry

“Thus.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/thus. Accessed 24 Sep. 2026.

Love words? Need even more definitions?

Subscribe to America's largest dictionary and get thousands more definitions and advanced search—ad free!

More from Merriam-Webster