wherefore (Meaning)

Wordnet

wherefore (n)

the cause or intention underlying an action or situation, especially in the phrase `the whys and wherefores'

Webster

wherefore (adv. & conj.)

For which reason; so; -- used relatively.

For what reason; why; -- used interrogatively.

Webster

wherefore (n.)

the reason why.

Synonyms & Antonyms of wherefore

wherefore Sentence Examples

  1. Wherefore have you forsaken me, O my Savior?
  2. Wherefore do you doubt me?
  3. Wherefore are you so troubled?
  4. Wherefore have you acted in such a manner?
  5. Wherefore did you not inform me of your intentions?
  6. Wherefore are you so opposed to my plan?
  7. Wherefore do you persist in this folly?
  8. Wherefore are you so critical of others?
  9. Wherefore have you not yet fulfilled your promise?
  10. Wherefore do you torment yourself with such thoughts?

FAQs About the word wherefore

the cause or intention underlying an action or situation, especially in the phrase `the whys and wherefores'For which reason; so; -- used relatively., For what

so, thus,therefore, in consequence, thereupon, hence, accordingly,consequently,ergo

No antonyms found.

Wherefore have you forsaken me, O my Savior?

Wherefore do you doubt me?

Wherefore are you so troubled?

Wherefore have you acted in such a manner?