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conjunction

inasmuch

For the reason that.

We take another route inasmuch as the road is closed.

Etymology
inEnglishwith regard to
+asEnglishto the degree that
+muchEnglishamount or extent

The expression starts with extent. When the stated extent supplies grounds for a claim, inasmuch as develops the causal meaning of because or since.

More examples

  • Inasmuch as all members are present, we can begin.
  • We waive the fee inasmuch as the delay was our fault.
  • A refund is appropriate inasmuch as the product arrived damaged.

Similar words

because
The plainest, most common way to introduce a reason.
since
Introduces a reason but can also refer to time.
as
Often introduces a background reason rather than emphasizing it.