hence

[hens] / hɛns /

ADVERB

for that reason; therefore

Synonyms

STRONG

so thence thus

WEAK

accordingly as a deduction away consequently ergo forward from here from now on henceforth henceforward hereinafter in the future it follows that on that account onward out then thereupon wherefore

Example Sentences

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It works with heat in the air, hence the name.

From BBC • Mar. 22, 2026

“Investment in the business is larger than we previously expected and there’s lack of visibility on cost savings hence margin improvements,” they wrote in a note to clients.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 18, 2026

But Mac and Linux users don’t get WireGuard just yet — hence the above screenshot.

From Salon • Mar. 13, 2026

This could help protect their cash flow in the short run, but raises the risk of lower yields later—and hence drive prices higher.

From Barron's • Mar. 13, 2026

Perhaps the most beautiful type of dragon, it has iridescent, pearly scales and glittering, multi-coloured, pupil-less eyes, hence its name.

From "Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them" by J.K. Rowling

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