Word FOR: meanings, synonyms & antonyms

for

🇺🇸 [fɔːr]

Meanings

For is a preposition used to indicate the purpose, cause, or reason for something. It can also express a duration of time, or the intended recipient of an action.

Examples

• She bought a gift for her friend's birthday.
• They were punished for breaking the rules.
• The book is for beginners who are learning English.

Synonyms

because of • on behalf of • in favor of

Antonyms

against • opposed to • despite