Hereby - Meaning, Definition & English Examples
Hereby is an adverb used in formal or legal contexts to indicate that something is being stated or done by means of the present declaration or action. For example, I hereby declare this meeting open. It emphasizes the immediate effect of the statement.
Definition:
By this means or action, formally or officially stated.
Synonyms:
thus, therefore, herebywith, accordingly
Part of Speech:
adverb
Antonyms:
therewith, hereafter
Common Collocations:
hereby declare, hereby certify, hereby grant, hereby authorize
Derivatives:
herebys (rare), herebefore (archaic)
Usage Tips:
Use "hereby" in formal contexts to indicate an official declaration or action taking effect immediately.
Common Phrases:
hereby declare, hereby certify, as hereby provided
Etymology:
From Old English "hēr" (here) + "bī" (by), meaning "by this act."
Examples:
- 1. I hereby declare the meeting open.
- 2. She hereby resigns from her position effective immediately.
- 3. The document is hereby certified as authentic.
- 4. They hereby grant permission for the event to proceed.