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.