thus /ˈðʌs/adverb 2phrases 2 adverb2 •(formal, literary) In this way or manner.If you throw the ball thus, as I’m showing you, you’ll have better luck hitting the target. •(formal) because of this, or for that reasonI have all the tools I need; thus, I will be able to fix the car without having to call a mechanic. Phrases with thus thus and soin such a way; in some manner (generic). thus and suchA placeholder or generic name for something.