whereas

Definition

• adv. At which place; where.
• conj. Considering that; it being the case that; since; --
• used to introduce a preamble which is the basis of declarations,
• affirmations, commands, requests, or like, that follow.
• conj. When in fact; while on the contrary; the case being in
• truth that; although; -- implying opposition to something that
• precedes; or implying recognition of facts, sometimes followed by a
• different statement, and sometimes by inferences or something
• consequent.

Example sentences

1. conj.

   She loves to travel, whereas her sister prefers to stay at home.

2. 法

   Whereas the contract states that all payments are due within 30 days, we have extended the deadline for this project.