adverb
therefore
THAIR-for/ˈðerfɔːr/
For that reason.
The child spills the water; therefore, the adult brings towels.
Etymology
There points back to a stated circumstance, and for supplies 'on account of': together, 'for that reason.' This causal connection gives therefore its use in introducing a consequence or conclusion.
In context
But you can't stop worrying and therefore you get additionally worried that you are worrying.
I design, therefore I become.
More examples
- She had finished the work and therefore left early.
- The figures disagree; therefore, the calculation needs checking.
- The room was empty, and therefore no one answered.
Forms
therefore
Similar words
- consequently
- Introduces a result of what came before.
- thus
- Signals a conclusion or consequence.