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whereas
/wɛərˈæz/
[/wɛərˈæz/]
while in contrast
Intermediateconjunction
Definition
Used to compare two facts and show how they differ.
Example
He likes tea, whereas she likes coffee.
He likes tea, whereas she likes coffee.
Etymology
Formed from 'where' plus 'as' in Middle English.
How & Where It’s Used
Used to set two differing facts side by side, often formal.