Wherefore
/ˈwɛər.fɔːr/
Synonyms
- why
- for what purpose
- for what reason
Slang Meanings
A formal way to ask why.
In his speech, he used 'wherefore' to sound more poetic.
An old-fashioned term used humorously in modern contexts.
She dramatically exclaimed, 'Wherefore must we endure this?' during the meeting.