As — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms
Meaning & Definition of As
As (adverb)
- to the same degree or amount
- for instance
- when considered in a specified form or relation —usually used before a preposition or a participle
As (conjunction)
- as if
- in or to the same degree in which —usually used as a correlative after an adjective or adverb modified by adverbial as or so
- in the way or manner that
As (pronoun)
- that, who, which —used after same or such and chiefly dialect after a substantive not modified by same or such
- a fact that
As (preposition)
- like
- like
- in the capacity, character, condition, or role of
As (noun)
- a bronze coin of the ancient Roman republic
- a unit of value equivalent to an as coin
- libra
As (abbreviation)
- altostratus
- after sight
- airspeed
- American Samoa
- Anglo-Saxon
- antisubmarine
As (symbol)
- arsenic
As (conjunction) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms
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at or during the time that
"he slipped as he was walking to his car"
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for the reason that
"had his meals delivered to him as he couldn't navigate the icy sidewalk with his walker"
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in spite of the fact that
"silly as it sounds, that's exactly the way that it happened"
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the way it would be or one would do if
"his face looked as he'd gotten a terrible shock"
Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for As
The most common words with a similar meaning to As:
Near Antonyms of As
Word Forms of As
Inflections: asses
Origin & Etymology of As
Middle English, from Old English eallswā likewise, just as also
First known use: before 12th century
Vocabulary Lists & Topics for As
- Topics: Grammar Function Words
Words & Phrases Containing As
Frequently Asked Questions about As
What does "As" mean?
"As" means to the same degree or amount. As an an adverb, a conjunction, a pronoun, a preposition, a noun, an abbreviation and a symbol, it is defined as: to the same degree or amount. It has 4 distinct senses.
What is another word for "As"?
Other words for "As" include so long as, when, while, whilst, 'cause, as long as, because and being (as or as how or that). The best synonym depends on which meaning of "As" you intend.
What are different ways to say "As"?
There are 26 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "As". Common alternatives include so long as, when, while, whilst, 'cause, as long as, because, being (as or as how or that), considering and for.
How do you use "As" in a sentence?
Examples of "As" in a sentence: "he slipped as he was walking to his car"; "had his meals delivered to him as he couldn't navigate the icy sidewalk with his walker"; "silly as it sounds, that's exactly the way that it happened".
Is "As" a noun, verb, or adjective?
"As" can be used as an adverb, a conjunction, a pronoun, a preposition, a noun, an abbreviation and a symbol, depending on the context.
How do you pronounce "As"?
"As" is pronounced /əz/ as an adverb and /ˈas/ as a noun.
What is the origin of the word "As"?
"As" comes from Middle English, from Old English eallswā likewise, just as also. First known use: before 12th century.
What is another word for "As" meaning "at or during the time that"?
When "As" (conjunction) means at or during the time that, synonyms include so long as, when, while and whilst.