1. plural of hereafter; the life or state after death; the future life
Usage: usually used in singular form 'hereafter' in modern English; often capitalized when referring to religious or spiritual concepts
2. plural of hereafter; future time; what comes after now
Usage: archaic or formal usage

Examples

• Many religions teach beliefs about the hereafters and what awaits souls after death.
• She wondered about the hereafters and whether there would be judgment.
• Different cultures have varying conceptions of the hereafters.
• The philosopher discussed various hereafters described in world religions.
• He was concerned with the hereafters rather than worldly pleasures.