What's the difference between theretofore and whereto?

Theretofore


Definition:

  • (adv.) Up to that time; before then; -- correlative with heretofore.

Example Sentences:

  • (1) Pseudomonas putrefaciens should theretofore be retained as a single species and characteristics for identifying the various groups within the species are listed.
  • (2) Generally speaking, the news media don't lament the theretofore bright futures of young men (or women) convicted of other violent crimes, such as the killing of girlfriends or executing down-on-their-luck job-hunters .

Whereto


Definition:

  • (adv.) To which; -- used relatively.
  • (adv.) To what; to what end; -- used interrogatively.

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