Simple meaning
What does Since mean?
Since means from then until now, or because.
Dictionary definition
Since can mean from a past time up to now, or because in a sentence.
Example sentences
Since in a sentence
easy
I used since to connect two ideas in my sentence.
medium
In the reading passage, since showed how one idea related to the next.
hard
Using since in my paragraph helped signal contrast, cause, or sequence for the reader.
Synonyms
Words like Since
becauseRelated meaning; check context for exact use.
from then onRelated meaning; check context for exact use.
asRelated meaning; check context for exact use.
Antonyms
Opposite words
despiteHelpful contrast for understanding meaning.
regardlessHelpful contrast for understanding meaning.
Word family
Since word family
Base word
since
preposition
since
Base form.
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What does since do in a sentence?
SINCE means since means from then until now, or because.
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