hereby
adverb/hɪrˈbaɪ/
Frequency rank: #6,839 most common English word
Meaning
as a result of this action or statement; by this means (used in formal or legal contexts).
Example sentence
The committee hereby declares the new policy effective immediately.
Synonyms & related words
- thus
- therefore
- herewith
- accordingly
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