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Forwhy (conj) means used to give the reason for something; because. (archaic).

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Used to give the reason for something; because. (archaic)

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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Etymology

This word comes from Middle English forwhy, forwhi, from Old English forhwī, forhwȳ (“why, wherefore”), made up of for + why.

Synonyms

since as

Related words

as because while since until ass equally whilst

Frequently asked questions

What is the meaning of forwhy?

"forwhy" (conj) means used to give the reason for something; because. (archaic).

What is another word for forwhy?

Other words for "forwhy" include since, as.

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