as to

preposition

1

: as for, about

at a loss as to how to explain the error

2

: according to, by

graded as to size and color

Synonyms of as to

• regarding
• toward
• as far as
• concerning
• about
• on
• as for
• as regards
• of

Examples of as to in a Sentence

I'm in a quandary as to how to deal with the problem.

Recent Examples on the Web

The actress and producer even went as far as to collaborate with the brand. — Ruby McAuliffe, InStyle, 7 July 2026

Thus, the LLCs asserting objections to the alter ego findings as to the trusts were improper. — Jay Adkisson, Forbes.com, 7 July 2026

As of late morning, there's been no call as to whether or not today's Fan Festival will be impacted by weather. — Kaitlyn McCormick, USA Today, 6 July 2026

Strong winds are occurring but are not so strong as to warrant a High wind warning. — Ca Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 6 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for as to

• accrue
• ado
• ainu
• aircrew
• airscrew
• anew
• askew
• baboo
• babu
• bamboo
• beaucoup
• bijou

Kids Definition

as to

preposition

1

: with respect to : about

confused as to what happened

2

: according to sense 1

graded as to size