CEFR B2

thereupon

adverb

Meaning

Immediately after that; as a result of that.

Examples

The judge made a ruling, and thereupon the case was dismissed.
She finished her speech, and thereupon the audience applauded.

Synonyms: then, after that, consequently, hence, subsequently

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thereupon (B2)

adverb

Pronunciation: /ðɛərˈəpɒn/

Definition

Immediately after that; as a result of that.

Examples

The judge made a ruling, and thereupon the case was dismissed.
She finished her speech, and thereupon the audience applauded.
He received the news, and thereupon decided to take immediate action.

How to Use thereupon

thereupon (adverb): Immediately after that; as a result of that. — "The committee reviewed the proposal and thereupon approved it."

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