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

In 2027, Adéla will kick off the European portion of her tour with performances throughout the UK and in countries such as Sweden and Germany. — Erin Wisti, Footwear News, 11 Oct. 2026

Stockton was overshadowed by Alabama quarterback Keelon Russell throughout the week, but when the lights were bright on game day, the UGA senior was the one who stepped up. — Mike Griffith, AJC.com, 11 Oct. 2026

Adverb

There are ramps throughout, including the walkways to the beach and the docks over the water. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Oct. 2026

Howell and Sloyan are quite wonderful in these moments, and Howell is exceptional throughout. — Robert Lloyd, Los Angeles Times, 6 Oct. 2026