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Synonyms & Similar Words
hence
thus
therefore
consequently
ergo
accordingly
for this reason
as a result
because of this
due to this
for this purpose
in consequence
on account of this
by reason of this
in light of this
in view of this
in consideration of this
on this account
for this cause
on these grounds
for this motive
by virtue of this
in pursuance of this
in furtherance of this
as a consequence of this
in the wake of this
Meaning of Wherefore
According to Merriam-Webster, "wherefore" can be used as an adverb to mean "for what reason or purpose" or "why", and as a noun to mean "a reason or explanation for something".
Definitions
- The Oxford English Dictionary defines "wherefore" as "for what reason or purpose; why" and also notes its use as a noun to mean "the reason or explanation for something".
- Cambridge Dictionary defines "wherefore" as "used to ask for a reason or explanation for something" and also notes its use in formal or old-fashioned language.
Example Uses
- The company's financial struggles are the wherefore of their decision to downsize.
- Wherefore did you decide to quit your job and travel the world?
- I do not know wherefore the manager chose to promote him over other candidates.
- The wherefore of the new policy is to reduce carbon emissions and promote sustainability.
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
despite
nonetheless
however
in spite of
nevertheless
regardless
notwithstanding
anyway
still
yet
even so
all the same
just the same
in any case
at any rate
be that as it may
for all that
in any event
whatever
no matter what
in either case