afterward

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Afterward refers to something that happens later than what has just occurred.

When we talk or write about a sequence of events, we often use "afterward" to describe the next part. For example, let's say you went on a long hike and finally arrived at a beautiful mountain peak. After reaching the top, you might take some amazing photos. In this case, taking the photos is what happens afterward - it comes later in the timeline of your adventure.

How common is "afterward"?

Word afterward is considered uncommon in modern English.
It has a balanced usage among all categories: speech, fiction, newspapers and academic texts.
Definitions

adverb

  • (US) Alternative form of afterwards.

beforehand

Real examples of "afterward" in context

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