Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
theretofore
Adverb
/ˈθɛərətəˌfɔr/
Definition
Up until that time; before that time.
Examples
- She had been living in Paris theretofore.
- The law was not enforced theretofore, leading to confusion.
- Theretofore, the company had enjoyed uninterrupted success.
Meaning
Theretofore refers to a time prior to a specified past event. It indicates that something was true or in place before that point.
Synonyms
- Previously
- Beforehand
- Heretofore
