Henceforward: meaning, definitions and examples

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henceforward

 

[hษ›nsหˆfษ”หr.wษ™rd ]

Definition

Context #1 | Adverb

time reference

Henceforward means from this time on or from now into the future. It indicates a period or state that will begin at this moment and continue indefinitely.

Synonyms

from now on, from this point, hereafter.

Examples of usage

  • The rules will henceforward apply to all employees.
  • Henceforward, all meetings will be held on Fridays.
  • She decided, henceforward, to focus on her career.
  • They agreed henceforward to work together.

Interesting Facts

Etymology

  • The word is formed from 'hence' (meaning 'from here') and 'forward', showing movement into the future.
  • It originates from Middle English, where 'hence' was used similarly to indicate direction or origin.
  • The term has been in use since the 14th century, indicating a long history in the English language.

Literature

  • Many classic literary works use it to signify change or the start of a new era for characters.
  • Shakespeare employed this term in 'Hamlet', connecting it to ideas of fate and future outcomes.
  • It adds a formal tone to writing, often found in legal documents or official declarations.

Common Usage

  • Often found in formal contexts, such as commitments, promises, or resolutions.
  • It can signal a transition in speeches or writings, indicating new policies or laws.
  • Commonly used in literature and speeches to evoke a sense of continuity from the present to the future.

Cultural References

  • In modern times, it may come off as archaic in casual conversation, yet it retains a ceremonial feel.
  • It's akin to phrases like 'from this point on', which have become more common in everyday language.
  • This term is often associated with important announcements, like proclamations or vows.

Philosophy

  • The term reflects notions of time and permanence, suggesting actions taken today have lasting effects.
  • It invokes discussions about the nature of time and how decisions impact the future.
  • Philosophers may use it to emphasize the importance of mindfulness in present actions for future outcomes.

Translations

Translations of the word "henceforward" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น daqui em diante

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค…เคฌ เคธเฅ‡

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช von nun an

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ mulai sekarang

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฒั–ะดั‚ะตะฟะตั€

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ od teraz

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ไปŠๅพŒ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท dorรฉnavant

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ de ahora en adelante

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท bundan bรถyle

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ด์ œ๋ถ€ํ„ฐ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู…ู† ุงู„ุขู† ูุตุงุนุฏู‹ุง

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ od nynฤ›jลกka

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ odteraz

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ไปŽไปŠๅพ€ๅŽ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ od sedaj naprej

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ frรก og meรฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฑาฑะดะฐะฝ ะฑั‹ะปะฐะน

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒแƒ›แƒ˜แƒ”แƒ แƒ˜แƒ“แƒแƒœ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ bundan sonra

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ de aquรญ en adelante

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #23,423, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.