: in this or that manner or way described it thus 2 : to this degree or extent : so a mild winter thus far 3 : because of this or that : hence attendance was poor, thus the meeting was canceled

"Thus" can be used to introduce a gerund or gerund phrase, adding clarity to the sentence. Examples: She spent hours studying, thus gaining a deep understanding of the subject. The children worked together on the project, thus developing their teamwork skills.

in the way just indicated; in this way: Stated thus, the problem seems trivial. in such or the following manner; so: Thus it came to pass. accordingly; consequently: It is late, and thus you must go.