wherewith Definition
- 1with which; by means of which
- 2the necessary means or resources, especially financial ones
Using wherewith: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "wherewith" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
He built a house wherewith to retire.
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The company provided him with the wherewithal to start his own business.
Example
She lacked the wherewithal to pay for college.
wherewith Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for wherewith
- whereby
- by which
- with which
Origins of wherewith
from Middle English 'wher-with', meaning 'by which' or 'by what means'
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Summary: wherewith in Brief
The term 'wherewith' [ˈwɛr.wɪθ] is a conjunction or noun that refers to the means or resources by which something is done or achieved. It can be used to indicate the necessary tools or materials for a task, as in 'He built a house wherewith to retire,' or financial resources, as in 'The company provided him with the wherewithal to start his own business.'
