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Why

adverb

/waɪ/

Meaning

For what reason or purpose; used to ask about the cause of something

used to ask or talk about the reason for something

Why are you late today?

Why did you leave so early?

wherefore, how come, for what reason

Entry 1

wherefore, how come

Entry 2

how come, for what reason

because, therefore, none

Entry 1

because, therefore

Entry 2

none

why not, that's why, reason why, why so, why did

Entry 1

why not, that's why, reason why

Entry 2

why not, why so, why did

Used to single out one person, thing, or situation over all others.

by the way; used to introduce a remark not directly related to the main subject

in a quiet, gentle way; without resistance or protest

used to express regret or disappointment about something that has happened or is going to happen

at a later time; after an event or time that has already been mentioned

in the recent past; not long ago