Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
forasmuch-as
Conjunction
/ˌfɔːrəˈsmʌtʃ æz/
Definition
A conjunction used to introduce a reason or justification for something; similar to ‘because’ or ‘since’.
Examples
- Forasmuch as he was absent, we decided to proceed without him.
- Forasmuch as it was raining, the event was postponed until the following week.
Meaning
It indicates a cause or rationale for a statement or action.
Synonyms
- Because
- Since
- As
- Considering that
