adverb
thus
As a result of what was just stated.
The road is flooded; thus, we take a different route.
Etymology
The manner sense developed a logical use: things being this way, a consequence follows. Thus can therefore introduce a result.
More examples
- The repair costs more than a replacement and is thus impractical.
- She missed the deadline and thus lost her chance to apply.
- These windows reduce heat loss, thus lowering our heating bills.
Similar words
- therefore
- More commonly used to introduce a reasoned conclusion.
- consequently
- Emphasizes an actual consequence rather than a logical inference.