whereas
|where/as|
B2
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/wɛrˈæz/
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/wɛərˈæz/
contrast between ideas
Etymology
Etymology Information
'whereas' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'where as', where 'where' meant 'in what place' and 'as' meant 'in the manner of'.
Historical Evolution
'where as' transformed into the modern English word 'whereas' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'in what place as', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'in contrast to'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Conjunction 1
used to introduce a contrast between two facts or ideas.
She loves cats, whereas he is allergic to them.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:40