✅ Afterward means at a later time, after something else has occurred (We had dinner and went for ice cream afterward).
✅ Thereupon is a more formal term meaning immediately after something (The jury gave their verdict, thereupon the judge issued the sentence).
✅ Both words describe a sequence of events.
✅ Afterward is more casual and can refer to any point later in time, while thereupon suggests immediate action or consequence (We’ll meet for coffee afterward; Thereupon, the contract was signed).

✅ Difficulty refers to something that is hard to accomplish or manage (He had difficulty understanding the instructions).
✅ Predicament refers to a difficult or unpleasant situation that’s hard to escape (She found herself in a predicament when her car broke down in the middle of nowhere).
✅ Both words relate to challenging situations.
✅ Difficulty is more general, while predicament implies a more specific or uncomfortable situation, often with consequences (He had difficulty solving the puzzle; She was in a predicament after losing her wallet).

✅ Helpful means giving assistance or making things easier (The helpful customer service agent resolved my issue quickly).
✅ Cooperative describes someone who is willing to work with others or assist in achieving a common goal (The team was cooperative and eager to solve the problem).
✅ Both words describe a willingness to assist.
✅ Helpful can refer to actions that make things easier, while cooperative specifically refers to working with others (The teacher’s tips were helpful; The cooperative student eagerly worked with the group).