Definitions: (preposition) hence means from this time. (preposition) We use hence to show that one thing is the result of another.
Examples: (preposition) We shall meet again two months hence. (preposition) There has been a record amount of rain this week, hence many parts of the town are now flooded.
Synonyms: prepositions: therefore, so, thus.
Academic Word List Sublist and Group: 4 A