hence (B2)

adverb

Pronunciation: /hens/

Definition

As a consequence; for this reason.

Examples

• The company made a significant profit last year, hence the large bonuses for employees.

• He has been studying diligently for months; hence, he is confident about the exam.

• The train was delayed due to a technical issue, hence our late arrival.

How to Use hence

hence the (collocation)

Used to introduce the reason for something that has just been mentioned. — "He missed the last bus, hence the long walk home."

henceforth (collocation)

From this time on; in the future. — "Henceforth, all employees must wear their ID badges."

Synonyms of hence

Words with a similar meaning to hence:

• therefore
• thus
• consequently
• accordingly

Antonyms of hence

Words with the opposite meaning to hence:

• because
• since

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