Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
the-heretofore
adverb
/ðə ˈhɛrɪtəˌfɔr/
Definition
A term used to refer to a situation, circumstance, or event that has existed or occurred up until the present time.
Examples
- Heretofore, the organization had not faced any major challenges.
- The heretofore undiscovered artifacts provided insights into ancient cultures.
- The heretofore known facts may need to be reconsidered in light of new evidence.
Meaning
The term ‘the-heretofore’ signifies something that has happened before now or previously.
Synonyms
- Previously
- Before
- Until now