therefore
/ˈðɛrfɔr/
Adverb
1
For that reason; as a result or consequence of what has been stated.
He was sick and therefore couldn't come to the party.
2
Consequently; accordingly; as a logical conclusion.
He was sick and therefore couldn't attend the meeting.
Conjunction
1
Used to introduce a logical conclusion or inference from previous statements.
He was sick, therefore he stayed home.