Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

the-wherewithal

noun
/ðə ˈwɛrˌwɪðˌɔl/
Definition
the means or resources to accomplish something
Examples
  • After years of hard work, she finally had the wherewithal to start her own business.
  • He lacked the wherewithal to pay for his education, so he took out loans.
  • The team had the wherewithal to win the championship, but they lost due to poor coordination.
Meaning
The ability or resources necessary to achieve a goal or task.
Synonyms
  • resources
  • means
  • funds
  • capital
  • ability