because (A1)

conjunction

Pronunciation: /bɪˈkɔːz/

Definition

For the reason that; to introduce a reason.

Examples

• He is tired because he stayed up late.

• She passed the test because she studied hard.

• They are happy because it is their birthday.

How to Use because

because of (prepositional phrase)

For the reason of; on account of. — "We stayed home because of the storm."

Synonyms of because

Words with a similar meaning to because:

• as
• since
• due to
• owing to

Antonyms of because

Words with the opposite meaning to because:

• so
• therefore
• consequently

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