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Meaning
The phrase "because of this" is used to indicate a cause-and-effect relationship. It suggests that something has happened as a direct result of a specific reason or situation mentioned previously. Essentially, it connects an action or outcome to a preceding cause.
Synonyms
- Due to this
- As a result
- Consequently
- Therefore
- Hence
Antonyms
- Regardless of this
- Despite this
- In spite of this
Etymology
The phrase "because of this" combines the conjunction "because," which comes from the Old English "becuma," meaning "by cause of," and the phrase "of this," which denotes a specific reference to something previously indicated.
Examples
- The weather was terrible; because of this, the event was canceled.
- She studied hard for the exam; because of this, she passed with flying colors.
- The company faced financial difficulties; because of this, they had to lay off some employees.
- He forgot his umbrella; because of this, he got soaked in the rain.
- They implemented new policies; because of this, employee morale improved significantly.