Whereas — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

conjunction noun /(h)wer-ˈaz/ where·as

Meaning & Definition of Whereas

Whereas (conjunction)

  1. while on the contrary
  2. although
  3. in view of the fact that, since —used especially to introduce a preamble

Whereas (noun)

  1. an introductory statement of a formal document, preamble
  2. a conditional or qualifying statement

Whereas (conjunction) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. for the reason that

    "whereas you chose to participate in this stupid prank, you will be held responsible as well"

    similar: 'cause, as, as long as, because, being (as or as how or that) (chiefly dialect), considering, for, inasmuch as, now, seeing, since

  2. in spite of the fact that

    "whereas there are many good reasons to switch to Plan B, we must stick with Plan A as long as it is feasible"

    similar: albeit, although, as, howbeit, much as, notwithstanding, though, when, while, whilst (chiefly British)
    related: but, if

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Whereas

The most common words with a similar meaning to Whereas:

Chiefly dialect: being (as or as how or that)
Chiefly British: whilst
'cause, as, as long as, because, considering, for, inasmuch as, now, seeing, since, albeit, although, howbeit, much as, notwithstanding, though, when, while

Related Words for Whereas

but, if

Origin & Etymology of Whereas

Middle English where as, from where + as

First known use: 14th century

Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Whereas

Frequently Asked Questions about Whereas

What does "Whereas" mean?

"Whereas" means while on the contrary. As an a conjunction and a noun, it is defined as: while on the contrary. It has 2 distinct senses.

What is another word for "Whereas"?

Other words for "Whereas" include 'cause, as, as long as, because, being (as or as how or that), considering, for and inasmuch as. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Whereas" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Whereas"?

There are 22 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Whereas". Common alternatives include 'cause, as, as long as, because, being (as or as how or that), considering, for, inasmuch as, now and seeing.

How do you use "Whereas" in a sentence?

Examples of "Whereas" in a sentence: "whereas you chose to participate in this stupid prank, you will be held responsible as well"; "whereas there are many good reasons to switch to Plan B, we must stick with Plan A as long as it is feasible".

Is "Whereas" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Whereas" can be used as a conjunction and a noun, depending on the context.

Is "Whereas" useful for IELTS, TOEFL, and other English exams?

It is on the Academic Word List, so it appears often in IELTS Academic, TOEFL iBT, PTE Academic, and university texts.

How do you pronounce "Whereas"?

"Whereas" is pronounced /(h)wer-ˈaz/ and divided into syllables as where·as.

What is the origin of the word "Whereas"?

"Whereas" comes from Middle English where as, from where + as. First known use: 14th century.