withal

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adverb

with·​al wi-ˈt͟hȯl How to pronounce withal (audio) -ˈthȯl How to pronounce withal (audio)
Synonyms of withalnext
1
: together with this : besides
a supporter of all constructive work and withal an excellent businessman—A. W. Long
2
archaic : therewith sense 1
3
: on the other hand : nevertheless

withal

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preposition

archaic
: with
—used postpositively with a relative or interrogative pronoun as object

Synonyms

Adverb

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Examples of withal in a Sentence

Adverb a successful businessman and withal a major contributor to local charities a homely face that was withal rather compelling

Word History

Etymology

Adverb

Middle English, from with + all, al all

First Known Use

Adverb

13th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Preposition

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of withal was in the 13th century

Dictionary Entries Near withal

with a critical eye

withal

with alacrity

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“Withal.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/withal. Accessed 30 Nov. 2024.

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withal

adverb
with·​al
wit͟h-ˈȯl,
with-
1
: together with this : besides
2
: on the other hand : nevertheless
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