as for

preposition

: with regard to : concerning

as for the others, they'll arrive later

Synonyms of as for

• regarding
• about
• toward
• concerning
• on
• with respect to
• with regard to
• of
• as to
• as regards

Examples of as for in a Sentence

as for the others, let them get their own dinner

Recent Examples on the Web

That has increased costs for Medicaid as well as for families paying out of their own pockets for care. — Howard Gleckman, Forbes.com, 10 July 2026

But it should be remembered as much for backpacking as for literature. — Literary Hub, 29 June 2026

Denby, as a critic, was fascinated by the great dancer Vaslav Nijinsky, as much for his expressions as for his torso, arms, or legs. — Cal Revely-Calder, New Yorker, 29 June 2026

To address that, the AHA research suggests using the same numerical target for LDL-C as for apoB when setting treatment goals. — Samantha Agate, Miami Herald, 26 June 2026

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for as for

• abhor
• abor
• adore
• afore
• ardour
• ashore
• backdoor
• before
• bookstore
• candour
• centaur
• claymore

Kids Definition

as for

preposition

: concerning

as for me