Synonyms of as though

as though

conjunction

as in like

the way it would be or one would do if

the applause was so great it was as though the toddler's dance class had been the Bolshoi Ballet

Synonyms & Similar Words

• like
• as if
• as

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of as though

That silence left some fans feeling as though the organization welcomed the White House's intervention. — Jasmine Garsd, NPR, 20 July 2026

But Reese and several other WNBA players often discuss online abuse as though Black women are the only people who experience it. — Dan Zaksheske Outkick, FOXNews.com, 20 July 2026

Basically, the vibe is jewelry that looks as though it was purchased on a trip, found at a seaside market, or crafted by hand. — Selene Oliva, Glamour, 18 July 2026

But the actor also drew criticism for the part, with many feeling as though the role should’ve been played by a trans woman and not a straight, cisgender man. — Britt Hayes, Entertainment Weekly, 16 July 2026