hence

Definition

  • adverb: for this reason
  • adverb: from this place
  • synonyms: accordingly, as a result, away

Examples

  • He was a newcomer and 'hence' [='consequently, therefore'] had no close friends here.

  • The company lost a great deal of money. 'Hence', the CEO was asked to resign.

  • He knew he could not win the election—'hence' his decision to withdraw.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) key hole where the watch is wound. What does that tell you? The man was most likely a drunk. Every time he wound the watch, his hand slipped, hence the scratches. Yes Very good, Watson. You have developed considerable deductive powers of your own. Let's see now. There are several (..)
    2009 Sherlock Holmes