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

There are hints about succession and cults of personality, conversations which raise questions as to whether Moulin is fit to lead, but these are seldom broached beyond their introductions. —Siddhant Adlakha, Variety, 17 May 2026

Strong winds are occurring but are not so strong as to warrant a High wind warning. —Ca Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 16 May 2026

The cliffhanger leaves questions as to whether Isaiah saving Noah will bring him closer with Candace or further away because their son was injured. —Skyler Trepel, PEOPLE, 16 May 2026

Before that time, no two atlases agreed as to the limits, and much confusion resulted. —Joe Rao, Space.com, 15 May 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