Definition

At a later time or in the future; after this moment.

Example

Many people believe that they will be rewarded for their good deeds hereafter.

Conversation

Have you ever thought about what happens hereafter?

Not really, but it's an interesting topic to consider.

I wonder if we'll ever know for sure what hereafter really means.

Yeah, it's one of those mysteries that keeps people thinking.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

A state of existence that comes after death, often referred to as the afterlife.

Example

Many religions have different beliefs about what happens in the hereafter.

Conversation

Have you ever thought about what happens in the hereafter?

Yeah, I find it fascinating, but it's also kind of scary.

I wonder if we really do have a life after this one in the hereafter.

Root Explanation

Hereafter is formed from "here" (from Old English "hēr", meaning in this place) and "after" (from Old English "æfter", meaning following in time or place). The word "hereafter" refers to a time or place that follows this one, often used in a context relating to the future or life after death.

Memory Tip

Think of 'here' as the current place and 'after' as what comes next — together, they remind you that 'hereafter' refers to what comes after this moment.

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