What is another word for thereby?
Pronunciation: [ðe͡əbˈa͡ɪ] (IPA) 
"Thereby" is a common adverb used to indicate the means by which something has occurred or is achieved. Synonyms for "thereby" include "consequently," "hence," and "thus." "Consequently" implies a cause and effect relationship, as in "he missed the bus and consequently arrived late to work." "Hence" suggests a logical deduction or outcome, as in "the car broke down, hence they had to walk home." "Thus" is a more formal term indicating a conclusion drawn from the information provided, as in "he failed the test, thus he won't be able to graduate on time." Other synonyms include "as a result," "by means of," and "by virtue of".
