Thereupon/ˌðerəˈpɑːn/ Definition 1 of 1Pro Tip 1/3Sequence Marker Use 'thereupon' to indicate the next action in a sequence of events. She accepted the award, and thereupon gave a moving speech. Pro Tip 2/3Quaint Feel 'Thereupon' can give a sentence an old-fashioned or formal tone. The jury gave their verdict, and thereupon the judge passed sentence. Pro Tip 3/3Legal Usage 'Thereupon' is often used in legal or official contexts to denote immediate consequence. The decree was signed, and thereupon it became law.