inasmuch

UK: ˌɪnəzˈmʌtʃ | US: ˌɪnəzˈmʌtʃ

Definition

  1. conj. to the extent that; since; because (used to introduce a clause expressing cause or degree)

Structure
in <as>as <to the same degree>much <large amount>
Etymology

The word "inasmuch" originates from Middle English in as muche, a phrase combining "in," "as," and "much." It evolved as a conjunction to denote causality or proportionality, literally meaning "in as much as" (i.e., "to the degree that"). Over time, the phrase condensed into a single word while retaining its original function of linking clauses logically.

Examples

  1. He agreed to help, inasmuch as it didn’t interfere with his own work.

  2. Inasmuch as you admit your mistake, I will forgive you.

  3. The project succeeded inasmuch as it met the basic requirements.

  4. She trusted him inasmuch as he had always been honest before.

  5. Inasmuch as the evidence is unclear, we cannot draw conclusions.