Hence Definition
hence
- adverb
- (used to introduce a logical conclusion) from that fact or reason or as a result; "therefore X must be true"; "the eggs were fresh and hence satisfactory"; "we were young and thence optimistic"; "it is late and thus we must go"; "the witness is biased and so cannot be trusted"
- from this place; "get thee hence!"
- from this time; "a year hence it will be forgotten"
"Hence" in song lyrics
See how hence is used in real songs:
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"Save breed, to brave him when he takes thee hence."
William Shakespeare — Sonnet XII -
"Till after a deep groan--'Tarquin from hence?'"
William Shakespeare — The Rape of Lucrece
Words that rhyme with hence
Usage tips for "hence"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "hence" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for hence to find words that pair well.