because of

preposition

: by reason of : on account of

Synonyms of because of

• with

Examples of because of in a Sentence

I was late for work because of the snowstorm, which made driving a nightmare.

Recent Examples on the Web

The current Third District councilmember, Bob Blumenfield, is leaving office because of term limits. — Itzel Luna, Los Angeles Times, 7 Nov. 2026

Rebecca Udall's brand has caught our attention because of the bedding's delicate scalloped edges, ornate embroidery, and elegant designs that make sleep feel a little more luxurious. — Jacorey Moon, Architectural Digest, 7 Nov. 2026

Even before gaining overnight climate control, the 242-hp California eHybrid 4Motion was an easy favorite among all California powertrain options because of that efficient, range anxiety-defeating gas-electric capability. — New Atlas, 6 Nov. 2026

Lee, the personal trainer, believes Dubai’s fitness drive has found fertile ground because of the city’s demographic and design. — Scott Campbell, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Nov. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for because of

• hereinabove
• above
• foxglove
• hereof
• thereof
• whereof
• dove
• glove
• love
• shove

Kids Definition

because of

preposition

: by reason of