Synonyms of throughout

throughout 1 of 2

preposition

thrü-ˈau̇t 

1

as in around

in random positions within the boundaries of

saw red-tailed hawks throughout the game preserve

Synonyms & Similar Words

• around
• across
• over
• on
• about
• through
• round

2

as in during

in the course of

the actress revealed that she has struggled with depression throughout her adult life

Synonyms & Similar Words

• during
• by
• over
• through
• amid
• pending

throughout

2 of 2

adverb

1

as in through

from beginning to end

while some fans deserted the singer during her troubled years, others remained loyal throughout

Synonyms & Similar Words

• through
• around
• over
• round

2

as in everywhere

in every place or in all places

a cake studded throughout with raisins

Synonyms & Similar Words

• everywhere
• in every corner
• far and near
• on all hands
• all over the place
• high and low
• far and wide
• all over
• everyplace
• every which way
• right and left

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• nowhere

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of throughout

Preposition

Olave’s efficiency and target volume have always been strong throughout his career, so a top-12 season was firmly in the cards even with Tyson healthy. — Jonathan Rubin, Charlotte Observer, 26 Aug. 2026

Natural materials like wood and stone are used throughout the villa, echoing the architecture of ancient Ayutthaya. — Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 26 Aug. 2026

Adverb

The sound stage felt bludgeoned into submission throughout, as the intense distortion of bass, percussion and guitars made the instrument separation within the mix almost inaudible. — Los Angeles Times, 16 Aug. 2026

Guests will be able to see the various lives of the hotel throughout, all while enjoying five on-site restaurants and a rooftop pool and bar. — Carley Rojas Avila, Travel + Leisure, 14 Aug. 2026