after (EN)

adverb, preposition, conjunction, adjective

adverb “after”

1. occurring later or behind something else
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   I'll see you after.

preposition “after”

1. happening at a time subsequent to a reference time
   She plans to take a vacation after her exams.
2. happening many times in a continuous manner
   He tried calling her day after day.
3. located at the back or in the rear
   The cat chased the mouse, but it was always just after it.
4. in search or pursuit of something or someone
   The detective is after the truth.
5. named or modeled in honor or resemblance of someone or something else
   They styled their new house after a French cottage.
6. holding a position of lesser importance or rank than someone else
   She is after her sister in the family hierarchy.
7. occurring as a consequence or result of something
   After what you did, I don't want to see you any more.
8. despite something that has happened or been done
   She continued to trust him after everything he did.
9. based on or in accordance with what an author or text states
   After the old philosopher, we should lead a virtuous life.
10. having a desire or ambition for something; concerned with or related to
    He went on a journey after knowledge.

conjunction “after”

1. indicates that the event it introduces occurs before another event
   After she finished her homework, she went out to play.

adjective “after”

1. referring to a later or subsequent time
   He reflected on the after years with a sense of nostalgia.
2. positioned at or toward the back part of a ship
   The crew gathered at the after deck to watch the sunset.