after

[ˈɑːftə(r)]

after Definition

• 1. following in time, place, or order
• 2. later than (a particular time or event)
• 3. in pursuit or quest of

Using after: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "after" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  We went for a walk after dinner.

• Example

  I'll call you after I finish work.

• Example

  He ran after the thief.

after Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for after

• following
• behind
• subsequent to
• in the wake of

Antonyms for after

• before
• prior to

Phrases with after

• day after day

  repeatedly, continuously

  Example

  She worked hard day after day to achieve her goals.

• look after

  take care of, attend to

  Example

  She looks after her elderly parents every weekend.

• after all

  despite everything, nevertheless

  Example

  I thought he was guilty, but after all, he was innocent.

Origins of after

from Old English 'æfter'

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Summary: after in Brief

The word 'after' [ˈɑːftə(r)] refers to something that comes later in time, place, or order. It can be used as a preposition, adverb, or conjunction. Examples include 'We went for a walk after dinner,' 'I'll call you after I finish work,' and 'He ran after the thief.' Phrases like 'day after day' and 'look after' use 'after' to denote repetition or taking care of something, respectively.