Definitions
- Referring to the origin or source of something. - Used in formal writing or speech to indicate the starting point of a journey or process. - Can be used in questions to ask about the origin or source of something.
- Referring to the origin or source of something. - Used in formal writing or speech to indicate the starting point of a journey or process. - Can be used in questions to ask about the origin or source of something.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words refer to the origin or source of something.
- 2Both can be used in formal writing or speech.
- 3Both can be used in questions to ask about the origin or source of something.
What is the difference?
- 1Usage: Whence is more commonly used than wherefrom.
- 2Formality: Whence is slightly more formal than wherefrom.
- 3Connotation: Whence can have a slightly archaic or poetic connotation, while wherefrom is more straightforward.
Remember this!
Whence and wherefrom are synonyms that both refer to the origin or source of something. They can be used interchangeably in formal writing or speech, and in questions to ask about the origin or source of something. However, whence is more commonly used, slightly more formal, and can have a slightly archaic or poetic connotation. On the other hand, wherefrom is more straightforward and has fewer variations.
