Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

thereby

adverb
/ˈðɛərbaɪ/
Definition
as a result of that; by that means.
Examples
  • He increased his savings, thereby enabling him to buy a new car.
  • She studied diligently, thereby improving her grades significantly.
  • The company expanded its services, thereby reaching new customers.
Meaning
The word ‘thereby’ is used to indicate that something happens as a result of an action that has been mentioned before.
Synonyms
  • thus
  • hence
  • consequently
  • accordingly