Whither

usgb/ˈwɪðər/
adverb

To what place or situation.

I will follow whichever you go.
Visual representation of "whither" - To what place or situation

Often appears as...

  • whither thou goest
  • whither we are tending

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Formal

Literary

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Literary Usage

Used mainly in literature or historic texts, seldom in everyday conversation.

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He pondered whither his fate would lead him next.
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Poetic Tone

Gives a poetic, old-fashioned touch to language when used.

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O'er hills and far away, whither shall I roam?
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Destination Implied

Implies a destination or direction without stating it explicitly.

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Into the forest deep she walked, whither none knew.
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