Synonyms of to witnext
: that is to say : namely

Examples of to wit in a Sentence

if we keep spending money like it's water, we're sure to end up in the same place as it often does, to wit, down the drain
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The former is named for the patron saint of cooks and celebrates coastal Italian fare with a New Orleans tweak, to wit Chef Laura Collins’ Grilled Creole Oysters and Scampi Risotto. Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Jan. 2026 Solo shows are everywhere, for obvious economic reasons, but now, in more than a few of these pieces, there’s another element in play for their creators — to wit, their streaming future. Sara Holdren, Vulture, 23 Sep. 2025 While not abandoning core design DNA—crisp, modern tailoring, languid sensuality, and oodles of good taste to wit—the brand delivered a collection that felt like a breath of fresh air. Roxanne Robinson, Forbes.com, 11 Sep. 2025 White envisioned a truly global league; to wit, athletes at the first event in Aspen represent 10 countries and four continents. Michelle Bruton, Forbes, 7 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for to wit

Word History

Etymology

Middle English to witen, literally, to know — more at wit

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of to wit was in the 14th century

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“To wit.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/to%20wit. Accessed 31 Jan. 2026.

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