whereas
In contrast; whilst on the contrary; although.
Example
“He came first in the race, whereas his brother came last.”
Other meanings
It being the fact that; inasmuch as. (Often used to begin recitals; sometimes emboldened or emphasized as a signifier.)
Related words
- otherwhereas
Where this comes from
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