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

Open Drinks First things first, be mindful as to not leave a cup of water or mug of tea sitting on your nightstand. —Sarah Lyon, Southern Living, 8 Feb. 2026

Just keep track of Morris wearing bow ties in February for clues as to how the Sea Hawks are doing. —Eric Sondheimer, Los Angeles Times, 8 Feb. 2026

Michaela Dorfmeister, the two-time Olympic champion, went so far as to ask if Vonn had a death wish? —Scott M. Reid, Oc Register, 8 Feb. 2026

Strong winds are occurring but are not so strong as to warrant a High wind warning. —Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 7 Feb. 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