when Synonyms
when Meaning
when (adv.)
At what time; -- used interrogatively.
At what time; at, during, or after the time that; at or just after, the moment that; -- used relatively.
While; whereas; although; -- used in the manner of a conjunction to introduce a dependent adverbial sentence or clause, having a causal, conditional, or adversative relation to the principal proposition; as, he chose to turn highwayman when he might have continued an honest man; he removed the tree when it was the best in the grounds.
Which time; then; -- used elliptically as a noun.
when Sentence Examples
- The experiment will commence precisely at midnight, when the clock strikes twelve.
- I will arrive at your house at exactly 5:30 pm, when the sun is setting.
- The concert begins promptly at 8:00 pm, when the doors open.
- The show will go on as expected, even when the weather is unfavorable.
- The deal will close at the exact moment when both parties sign the contract.
- The deadline for submissions is strict, and proposals received after the exact time will not be considered.
- The meeting will adjourn at precisely 3:00 pm, when the agenda is complete.
- The airplane will take off at the exact moment when the clock reaches 10:00 am.
- The examination will commence at the exact time when the bell rings.
- The ceremony will begin promptly at noon, when the sun is at its highest point.
FAQs About the word when
At what time; -- used interrogatively., At what time; at, during, or after the time that; at or just after, the moment that; -- used relatively., While; whereas
while,whilst, as,so long as
after,after,,
The experiment will commence precisely at midnight, when the clock strikes twelve.
I will arrive at your house at exactly 5:30 pm, when the sun is setting.
The concert begins promptly at 8:00 pm, when the doors open.
The show will go on as expected, even when the weather is unfavorable.
