Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

qua

preposition
/kwɑː/
Definition
In the capacity of; as being.
Examples
  • He is famous qua artist.
  • Qua teacher, she has very high standards.
Meaning
The term is used to specify the role or function of something or someone.
Synonyms
  • as
  • in the role of
  • in the capacity of