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

For decades, the United States has acted as though its military presence in the Middle East were essential to American strategic interests and regional security. — Michael Fuchs, Foreign Affairs, 6 Aug. 2026

Its black and white plumage carries a gentle sheen of green as though dressed for a formal affair. — Jeff Wagner, CBS News, 5 Aug. 2026

Those releases were queasy, dank, almost fetid, as though Ableton could manipulate flesh as well as frequencies. — Andrew Ryce, Pitchfork, 4 Aug. 2026

The Royals like their core and feel as though there isn’t much work to do outside the mound. — Sam McDowell, Kansas City Star, 3 Aug. 2026