By/in virtue of something
preposition
Because of, or as a result of something.
You are respected by virtue of your experience and age.
Often appears as...
- by virtue of position
- by virtue of law
Usage tips
Formal
preposition
Through the power or authority of something.
The court exercises its jurisdiction by virtue of its legal authority.
Often appears as...
- by virtue of office
- by virtue of law
Usage tips
Formal
Technical
preposition
Because of, or as a result of something.
You are respected by virtue of your experience and age.
Often appears as...
- by virtue of position
- by virtue of law
Usage tips
Formal
preposition
Through the power or authority of something.
The court exercises its jurisdiction by virtue of its legal authority.
Often appears as...
- by virtue of office
- by virtue of law
Usage tips
Formal
Technical
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Cause and Effect
Use this phrase to link an effect directly to its cause.
He was late by virtue of the heavy traffic.
Pro Tip 2/3Respect and Merit
This phrase is commonly used to express respect gained through achievements or qualities.
She was admired by virtue of her dedication and hard work.
Pro Tip 3/3Avoid Redundancy
Ensure not to pair 'by virtue of' with words that have similar meanings, to avoid repetition.
He succeeded by virtue of perseverance, not by virtue of hard work alone.
Pro Tip 1/3Cause and Effect
Use this phrase to link an effect directly to its cause.
He was late by virtue of the heavy traffic.
Pro Tip 2/3Respect and Merit
This phrase is commonly used to express respect gained through achievements or qualities.
She was admired by virtue of her dedication and hard work.
Pro Tip 3/3Avoid Redundancy
Ensure not to pair 'by virtue of' with words that have similar meanings, to avoid repetition.
He succeeded by virtue of perseverance, not by virtue of hard work alone.
Pro Tip 1/3Cause and Effect
Use this phrase to link an effect directly to its cause.
He was late by virtue of the heavy traffic.
Pro Tip 2/3Respect and Merit
This phrase is commonly used to express respect gained through achievements or qualities.
She was admired by virtue of her dedication and hard work.
Pro Tip 3/3Avoid Redundancy
Ensure not to pair 'by virtue of' with words that have similar meanings, to avoid repetition.
He succeeded by virtue of perseverance, not by virtue of hard work alone.
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