thus

adverb

ˈt͟həs 

1

: in this or that manner or way

described it thus

2

: to this degree or extent : so

thus far

3

: because of this or that : hence, consequently

4

: as an example

Synonyms

• accordingly
• consequently
• ergo
• hence
• so
• therefore
• thereupon
• wherefore

Examples of thus in a Sentence

The judge expressed it thus: “Our obligation is to discover the truth.”

This detergent is highly concentrated and thus you will need to dilute it.

Recent Examples on the Web

None of the threats have been determined to be credible thus far, the FBI said. —Luke Barr, ABC News, 5 Nov. 2024

Keli Cain, a spokesperson for the department, told The Associated Press that assessments are ongoing, but thus far, no significant damage has been found. —Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 5 Nov. 2024

Launched in August 2023 to rave results, Impulse allocates event photos and updates, thus empowering attendees to be in the moment and helping to produce an immersive experience that encourages engagement both during and after the event. —Meredith Ogilvie-Thompson, Variety, 4 Nov. 2024

Further points of conflict include insisting on a contract renewal for Ferland Mendy when Perez didn't want him, and mishandling an underused Arda Guler who has been frozen out thus far in 2024/2025 despite showing signs of promise when afforded cameos in his maiden campaign. —Tom Sanderson, Forbes, 27 Oct. 2024

Word History

Etymology

Middle English, from Old English; akin to Old Saxon thus thus

First Known Use

before the 12th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing thus

• thus far

Kids Definition

thus

adverb

ˈt͟həs 

1

: in this or that manner or way

described it thus

2

: to this degree or extent : so

a mild winter thus far

3

: because of this or that : hence

attendance was poor, thus the meeting was canceled

4

: as an example