henceforth

Definition

From now on; from this time on.

Etymology

From Middle English hennes forth, hens-forþ, hennes-forþ, from modification of Old English heonan forþ with an adverbial genitive suffix. By surface analysis, hence (“from here”) + forth (“forward”).

Example Sentences

• "I will try to do a better job, henceforth, now that I know the proper technique!"
• "My thanes and kinsmen,/Henceforth be earls, the first that ever Scotland /In such an honour named"
• "Henceforth, you shall be known as Darth...Vader."

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