Another Word For Whom

Meaning

The word "whom" is a pronoun that is used to refer to the object of a verb or preposition. It is often used in formal contexts and typically follows a preposition or comes after a verb when the action is done to the person being referred to.

Synonyms

• Who
• That
• Which

Antonyms

• None (as "whom" specifically refers to people in an objective case and doesn't have direct antonyms)

Etymology

The word "whom" comes from the Old English "hwam," which is the dative form of "who." The word has evolved over time while maintaining its function as a pronoun used for the object of a verb or preposition.

Examples

1. To whom should I address the letter?
2. Whom did you see at the event last night?
3. I don't know whom they invited to the party.
4. She is the person to whom I spoke yesterday.