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
• amidst
• over
• amid
• through
• 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
• on every hand
• in every quarter
• high and low
• far and wide
• all over the map
• all over
• everyplace
• every which way
• right and left

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• nowhere

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of throughout

Preposition

And make sure to hold plenty of space throughout the evening! —James Factora, Them., 17 Oct. 2025

Nearly 100 No Kings demonstrations are scheduled throughout the day on Saturday across Michigan's Upper and Lower peninsulas, at landmarks and in open spaces, including the Michigan State Capitol. —Sarah Moore, Freep.com, 17 Oct. 2025

Adverb

The defensive adjustments on the Mercury’s middle pick-and-roll, with the guards digging in on Thomas’ dribble, continued to fluster Phoenix throughout. —Sabreena Merchant, New York Times, 11 Oct. 2025

Strong tackling and disruptive jabs were at the heart of it, but tension rose throughout as the physicality persisted. —Tom Mulherin, Boston Herald, 11 Oct. 2025