Definition

1. Adverb:
   • In a subsequent part of this document or statement: Refers to something that appears or is explained later in the same text.
   • Under the terms of this agreement or document: Indicates that something is subject to or governed by the provisions stated within the current legal document or contract.

Usage Examples

• Adverb (In a subsequent part):

  • The financial obligations are detailed hereunder in Section 5.
  • Please find the list of specifications hereunder.

• Adverb (Under the terms):

  • The rights granted hereunder are non-transferable.
  • Any dispute arising hereunder shall be resolved by arbitration.

Advanced Usage

• Legal and Formal Context: "Hereunder" is almost exclusively used in formal, legal, or official documents such as contracts, treaties, statutes, and formal reports. It is a formal synonym for "below" or "under this."
  • The parties agree to the indemnification provisions set forth hereunder.
• Referencing Specific Sections: It is often used to point to specific clauses, sections, or schedules within the same document.
  • The assets described hereunder in Schedule A are hereby transferred.

Variants and Related Words

• Hereinafter (adv.): In a later part of this document (often used to introduce a term that will be used from that point onward).
  • The company, hereinafter referred to as "the Contractor," agrees...
• Herein (adv.): In this document or matter.
• Hereof (adv.): Of this document.
• Herewith (adv.): With this document.

Synonyms

• Below (in this document)
• Subsequently herein (in a later part of this document)
• Under this agreement

Antonyms

• Above (in this document)
• Hereinbefore (in a previous part of this document)

Notes on Usage

• Register: "Hereunder" belongs to a very formal, legal register. It is rarely, if ever, used in everyday spoken or informal written English.
• Clarity in Writing: While common in legalese, modern plain language guidelines sometimes recommend replacing words like "hereunder" with simpler phrases like "in this agreement," "below," or "in Section X" for greater clarity, unless required by specific formal conventions.

Adverb

1. under the terms of this agreement
2. in a subsequent part of this document or statement or matter etc.
   • the landlord demises unto the tenant the premises hereinafter called the demised premises
   • the terms specified hereunder