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

The European Union has introduced its Cyber Resilience Act, which obligates manufacturers and retailers to keep tabs on cybersecurity throughout the lifetime of products. —Ellie Cook, MSNBC Newsweek, 3 Oct. 2025

Thanks to our long growing season, cool-season vegetables like lettuce and spinach are sold throughout the fall. —Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 3 Oct. 2025

Adverb

There are a few modern touches throughout, like a commercial-grade kitchen, as food is a centerpiece of every guest’s stay. —Elliott Harrell, Southern Living, 29 Sep. 2025

The soft sweetness throughout was thoroughly enjoyable, and that unexpected belting at the end left us curious to hear what else this man can offer. —Andy Swift, TVLine, 29 Sep. 2025