Definitions

then

[then] / ðɛn /

ADVERB

before; at another time

Synonyms

STRONGEST

again formerly later next suddenly

WEAK

all at once anon at that instant at that moment at that point at that time before long on that occasion soon after thereupon when years ago

Antonyms

STRONGEST

earlier

ADVERB

therefore

Synonyms

STRONGEST

so thus

WEAK

accordingly consequently ergo from that time from then on from there on hence thence thenceforth thereupon whence

Example Sentences

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Then, the following day, large “super-scooper” aircraft arrived and were able to drop seawater on remaining hot spots.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

Then the Chancellor put up national insurance contributions on their staff, widening the net to capture virtually every part-time bar worker.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

Then they’ll go on a roadshow to meet prospective investors.

From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026

Then, during a debate, David Jones and Ben Midgley announced an alliance of their own.

From Salon • Jun. 9, 2026

Then I would write a little note saying that Mama had seen the person and wished her a happy birthday.

From "The Hiding Place" by Corrie ten Boom

then

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