Synonyms of for

for 1 of 2

preposition

as in pro

Related Words

• pro

Dissimilar Words

• against
• anti
• with
• contra
• agin
• contrary to
• versus
• athwart

for

2 of 2

conjunction

as in because

for the reason that

the bill should be listed as paid, for I mailed it in on time

Synonyms & Similar Words

• because
• seeing
• now
• since
• considering
• as
• whereas
• being (as or as how or that)
• inasmuch as
• as long as
• 'cause

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of for

Preposition

These two exceedingly nimble keyboardists teamed for a rousing take on Polish composer Witold Lutoslawski’s intensely spirited Variations on a Theme of Paganini. — George Varga, San Diego Union-Tribune, 23 Aug. 2026

Aïssata Traoré's goal for Boston in the 92nd minute was initially disallowed, however, after a lengthy video review, it was allowed to stand. — ABC News, 23 Aug. 2026

Some producers, including Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates, have found alternative routes for their exports. — Tim Lister, CNN Money, 23 Aug. 2026