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WHEREFORE

(noun, adverb, conj.)
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Definitions

There are 4 meanings of the word Wherefore.

Wherefore - as a noun

The cause or intention underlying an action or situation, especially in the phrase `the whys and wherefores'

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
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Wherefore - as an adverb

(interrogative) why, for what reason, because of what.

(indicative) therefore.

Wherefore - as a conjunction

Because of which.

Example Sentences

"I cannot understand wherefore she left without saying goodbye."
"She wondered wherefore he had hidden the letter."
"The detective tried to uncover wherefore the crime had occurred."
"The witness was asked wherefore he had seen the suspect."
"The police investigation aimed to determine wherefore the accident took place."
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Word Game Points

Is WHEREFORE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, wherefore is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

WHEREFORE has a SCRABBLE points total of 18.

Is WHEREFORE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, wherefore is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
WHEREFORE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 17.

Is WHEREFORE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, wherefore is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
WHEREFORE has a WORDFEUD points total of 18.

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