Synonyms of hence

hence

adverb

ˈhen(t)s 

1

as in therefore

for this or that reason

an endangered orchid species, hence illegal to pick

Synonyms & Similar Words

• therefore
• so
• thus
• consequently
• in consequence
• accordingly
• wherefore
• thereupon
• ergo

2

as in away

from this or that place

the exorcist commanded, "Get thee hence, Satan!"

Synonyms & Similar Words

• away
• down
• out
• off
• fro
• elsewhere
• apart
• aside
• abroad
• astray
• afield
• afar

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of hence

Such cell-sloughing is inherent to all alpha hydroxy acids—yet lactic acid is, in many ways, in a league of its own (hence its presence in all AmLactin products). — Sophie Wirt, InStyle, 3 July 2026

Amazon Leo is the company's broadband megaconstellation in low Earth orbit (hence the name), which will eventually consist of about 3,200 satellites. — Mike Wall, Space.com, 1 July 2026

Why Woodland Strawberry Makes Great Shade Garden Groundcover Most fruit plants require plenty of sunlight to grow, but the woodland strawberry still grows well in full shade (hence the ‘woodland’ in its name). — The Spruce, 30 June 2026

The sixth month is synonymous with warmth and brightness, hence why many houses opted for bold, colorful designs. — Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 30 June 2026