Thereby Definition & Meaning
thereby
- adverb
- by that means or because of that; "He knocked over the red wine, thereby ruining the table cloth"
"Thereby" in song lyrics
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"She carved thee for her seal, and meant thereby"
William Shakespeare — Sonnet XI
Words that rhyme with thereby
Usage tips for "thereby"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "thereby" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for thereby to find words that pair well.
Use "thereby" in a verse
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Generate a verseFrequently asked questions
- What does thereby mean?
- by that means or because of that; "He knocked over the red wine, thereby ruining the table cloth"
- What part of speech is thereby?
- Thereby is an adverb.