Definition of "therefore" in English

adverb

1. (conjunctive) Consequently, by or in consequence of that or this cause; referring to something previously stated.

   • Traditional values will always have a place—therefore, they will never lose relevance.
   • I've been explicitly forbidden to leave and therefore must stay longer.
   • I left the office at 5 o'clock. I was therefore not there when the fire started a quarter of an hour later.

2. (conjunctive, archaic) for that; for it (in reference to a previous statement)