Afterwards

Synonyms of afterwards

• later
• subsequently
• then

Antonyms of afterwards

• prior
• before
• previously

Collocations of afterwards

immediately afterwards

Frequency: 80 %

He apologized immediately afterwards.

shortly after

Frequency: 60 %

They arrived shortly after the event started.

soon after

Frequency: 55 %

The guests left soon after the meal was served.

Idiomatic Expressions for afterwards

• Phrase: strike while the iron is hot
  Meaning: To take advantage of an opportunity while it is available.
  Usage: I decided to ask for a raise when my boss seemed in a good mood. You have to strike while the iron is hot.