owing to (B2)

prepositional phrase

Pronunciation: ˈoʊɪŋ tu

Definition

Because of; as a result of.

Examples

• The game was cancelled owing to a lack of interest.

• He was unable to attend the meeting owing to illness.

• The project's success was largely owing to her hard work.

How to Use owing to

owing to (prepositional phrase)

Because of; as a result of. — "The train was delayed owing to signal failure."

Synonyms of owing to

Words with a similar meaning to owing to:

• because of
• due to
• thanks to
• on account of

Antonyms of owing to

Words with the opposite meaning to owing to:

• regardless of
• despite

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