heretofore Definition
- 1before now; until this time
- 2previously
Using heretofore: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "heretofore" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
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Heretofore, I had never seen such a beautiful sunset.
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The company has heretofore been successful in its endeavors.
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The new policy represents a departure from the heretofore accepted practices.
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Heretofore, the two countries had never engaged in diplomatic talks.
heretofore Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for heretofore
Origins of heretofore
from here + tofore, meaning 'before now'
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Summary: heretofore in Brief
'Heretofore' [ˌhɪərtuˈfɔː(r)] means 'before now' or 'until this time'. It is often used to describe a change from previous practices or experiences, as in 'The new policy represents a departure from the heretofore accepted practices.'
