afterthought
Translation
afterthought, second thought
Examples
The party was just an afterthought.
The party was just an afterthought.
He added a postscript as an afterthought.
He added a postscript as an afterthought.
Grammar Patterns
as an afterthought to do sth. as an additional, less important thing She packed her umbrella as an afterthought.
Similar Words
Synonyms: second thought, reconsideration
Etymology
From 'after' + 'thought'. Literally, a thought that comes after the main action or decision.
Memory Tips
Imagine planning a trip and *after* you've booked everything, you have a *thought* about packing a raincoat. That's an afterthought.