Wherewithal — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun conjunction pronoun /ˈ(h)wer-wi-ˌt͟hȯl/ where·with·al

Meaning & Definition of Wherewithal

Wherewithal (noun)

  1. means, resources; specifically, money

Wherewithal (conjunction)

  1. wherewith

Wherewithal (pronoun)

  1. wherewith

Wherewithal (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. available money

    "had the wherewithal to pay cash for the car"

    similar: bankroll, coffers, exchequer, finances, fund, pocket, resources
    related: bread (slang), cash, chips, currency, dough, gold, jack (slang), legal tender, lucre, pelf, scratch (slang), tender, wampum, assets, capital, deep pockets, fortune, means, opulence, riches, roll, substance, wealth, purse, treasury, cash flow, financing
    near: debts, liabilities, indebtedness

  2. the total of one's money and property

    "people with the wherewithal to be able to afford such a lavish lifestyle"

    similar: assets, capital, fortune, means, opulence, riches, substance, wealth, worth
    related: belongings, chattels, effects, holdings, paraphernalia, possessions, things, bankroll, deep pockets, finances, funds, money, wallet, abundance, affluence, prosperity, success, treasure, valuables, accession, acquisition, personal property, personalty, property, nest egg, reserve, resources, savings, treasury
    near: debts, liabilities, indebtedness

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Wherewithal

The most common words with a similar meaning to Wherewithal:

bankroll, coffers, exchequer, finances, fund, pocket, resources, assets, capital, fortune, means, opulence, riches, substance, wealth, worth

Related Words for Wherewithal

bread, cash, chips, currency, dough, gold, jack, legal tender, lucre, pelf, scratch, tender, wampum, deep pockets, roll, purse, treasury, cash flow, financing, belongings, chattels, effects, holdings, paraphernalia, possessions, things, funds, money, wallet, abundance

Near Antonyms of Wherewithal

debts, liabilities, indebtedness

Origin & Etymology of Wherewithal

where + withal:2

First known use: 1809

Frequently Asked Questions about Wherewithal

What does "Wherewithal" mean?

"Wherewithal" means means, resources; specifically, money. As an a noun, a conjunction and a pronoun, it is defined as: means, resources; specifically, money. It has 2 distinct senses.

What is another word for "Wherewithal"?

Other words for "Wherewithal" include bankroll, coffers, exchequer, finances, fund, pocket, resources and assets. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Wherewithal" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Wherewithal"?

There are 59 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Wherewithal". Common alternatives include bankroll, coffers, exchequer, finances, fund, pocket, resources, assets, capital and fortune.

How do you use "Wherewithal" in a sentence?

Examples of "Wherewithal" in a sentence: "had the wherewithal to pay cash for the car"; "people with the wherewithal to be able to afford such a lavish lifestyle".

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

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

How do you pronounce "Wherewithal"?

"Wherewithal" is pronounced /ˈ(h)wer-wi-ˌt͟hȯl/ and divided into syllables as where·with·al.

What is the origin of the word "Wherewithal"?

"Wherewithal" comes from where + withal:2. First known use: 1809.

What is another word for "Wherewithal" meaning "available money"?

When "Wherewithal" (noun) means available money, synonyms include bankroll, coffers, exchequer, finances, fund and pocket.