Another Word For Whence

Meaning

The word "whence" is an old-fashioned term used to mean "from where" or "from what place." It often appears in literary or formal contexts and is typically used to refer to the origin of something or the source of information.

Synonyms

• From where
• From what place
• Herefrom (in a very formal sense)

Antonyms

• Thence (meaning "from there")
• Here (indicating the current location)

Etymology

The word "whence" originates from Middle English, derived from the combination of "when" (meaning "where") and the prefix "wh-" which is related to various interrogative forms in Old English. It has retained a form similar to its Old English roots.

Examples

1. "The traveler spoke of the land from whence he came, filled with wonders and beauty."
2. "In her speech, she referred to the town whence her ancestors hailed."
3. "The mysterious letter contained instructions on whence to find the treasure."