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Meaning of why
The primary meaning of the word "why" is to ask for a reason or explanation for something.
Etymology of why
The word "why" originates from Old English "hwī", which is derived from the Proto-Germanic word "hwiz" and the Proto-Indo-European root "kwo-", both meaning "what" or "how"
Historically, "why" has been used to ask questions about reason, purpose, or explanation, with its meaning and usage evolving over time to encompass various contexts and connotations
Synonyms
for what reason
how
on what grounds
for which reason
wherefore
on account of what
what for
in what respect
to what end
with what intention
from what motive
out of what consideration
for which purpose
by what means
through what agency
by reason of what
on the grounds of what
on account of which
for which cause
owing to what
due to what
as a result of what
because of what
since when
whence
how come
what's the reason
Definitions
- Used to ask for a reason or explanation for something
- Used to express surprise or confusion
- Used to ask about the purpose or intention behind something
Usage Examples
- Why are you going to the store?
- I wonder why she didn't call me back
- Why did you choose that restaurant for dinner?
- He asked why the project was delayed
- She wanted to know why her application was rejected
Antonyms
because
since
as
for
given that
in that
inasmuch as
seeing that
whereas
although
though
even though
notwithstanding
none the less
nonetheless
however
nevertheless
still
yet
anyway
anyway
anyway
somehow
somehow or other
in some way
by some means
by hook or by crook