adverb
- at which point; in response to which
Usage: archaic; formal
Examples
- The king made his proclamation, whereat the crowd cheered loudly.
- She refused his proposal, whereat he stormed out of the room.
- The witness gave false testimony, whereat the judge held him in contempt.
- The treaty was signed, whereat both nations celebrated peace.
- He spoke harshly to his servant, whereat she began to weep.
- The bell rang midnight, whereat all the guests departed.