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Thus Meaning, Usage, and Examples (2 meaning)
Meaning 1：as a result (thus)
thus
/ðʌs/
adv.
Used to show the result or consequence of something mentioned before.
as a result
➕
/æz ə rɪˈzʌlt/
adv.
Used to indicate the logical consequence or result of a previously stated fact or action.
📘 Details & Usage
📖 Root Explanation
From Old English 'þus' meaning 'in this way'.
💡 Mnemonic
Thus = 'The US'? Think: 'Thus' sounds like 'the us' - we use it for logical conclusions.
📖 Example
The new battery technology is more efficient and cheaper, thus it has quickly become the industry standard.
The new battery technology is more efficient and cheaper, therefore it has quickly become the industry standard.
🔗 Collocations
thus far – up to this point
thus and so – in this way or that
thus it is that – this is the reason why
🔄 Synonyms
therefore (adv.) – For that reason; consequently.
hence (adv.) – As a consequence; for this reason.
consequently (adv.) – As a result; therefore.
📖 Cultural Story
Originates from Old English 'þus', related to 'this'. Used in English since the 12th century to indicate manner or result.
Meaning 2：in this way (thus)
thus
/ðʌs/
adv.
Used to describe the way something is done or happens.
in this way
➕
/ɪn ðɪs weɪ/
adv.
In the manner just indicated; in this or that manner.
📘 Details & Usage
📖 Example
To create a paper crane, you must first fold the square thus, ensuring the corners meet perfectly.
To create a paper crane, you must first fold the square in this way, ensuring the corners meet perfectly.
🔗 Collocations
thus and thus – in a specified manner
thusly – in this manner (informal)
put thus – expressed in this way
🔄 Synonyms
so (adv.) – In the way described; thus.
like this (phrase) – In this manner.
in such a way (phrase) – In that manner.
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