Definitions

as

[az, uhz] / æz, əz /

Part of Speech:

All (5) Conjunction (3) Preposition (1) Adverb (1)

Jump To:

while, when conj.
in the way that; to a degree conj.
because conj.
in the role of prep.
for example adv.

CONJUNCTION

while, when

Synonyms

WEAK

at the time that during the time that in the act of in the process of just as on the point of

CONJUNCTION

in the way that; to a degree

Synonyms

STRONGEST

equally similarly to the same degree

STRONG

being like

WEAK

acting as by its nature comparatively essentially functioning as in the manner that in the same manner with just for serving as

CONJUNCTION

because

Synonyms

STRONGEST

because since

STRONG

being cause now

WEAK

as long as considering for for the reason that inasmuch as seeing that whereas

PREPOSITION

in the role of

Synonyms

STRONG

being

WEAK

in the character of under the name of

ADVERB

for example

Synonyms

STRONGEST

for example for instance such as

STRONG

Usage

What are other ways to say as? The conjunctions as and since suggest a reason for an occurrence or action, but they are so casual as to imply merely circumstances attendant on the main statement: As (or since) I was tired, I was sleeping. Because introduces a direct reason: I was sleeping because I was tired. The reason, proof, or justification introduced by for is like an afterthought or a parenthetical statement: I was famished, for I had not eaten all day. The more formal inasmuch as implies concession; the main statement is true in view of the circumstances introduced by this conjunction: Inasmuch as I was tired, it seemed best to sleep.

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

See Examples For:

as asses

Davis urged residents to take steps to reduce their risk such as using DEET-containing insect repellent, eliminating sources of standing water and ensuring windows and doors have tight-fitting screens.

From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 21, 2026

In their 2021 blockbuster interview with Oprah Winfrey, Meghan described the freedom to make her own choices as "liberating".

From BBC ● Aug. 21, 2026

China’s government has long viewed AI and computer science as important drivers of economic growth and national security.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 21, 2026

However, around one in five people who are infected develop a fever and moderate symptoms such as body aches, vomiting and diarrhea.

From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 21, 2026

They promise villagers that the Japanese Army has no intention of harming them as long as they follow the rules.

From "At Last She Stood" by Erin Entrada Kelly

"I had the council's environmental health officer come out to asses the building and the business," she said.

From BBC ● Nov. 2, 2024

“We didn’t come cross-country to get our asses kicked. We came here to play our best baseball game, and our guys will be ready to go.”

From Seattle Times ● Oct. 23, 2023

He acknowledged that it’s been difficult to asses his own situation and future while trying to keep his young team in playoff contention.

From Washington Times ● Aug. 22, 2023

The Competition Bureau's consultation, which closed last month, would asses whether the deal lessens competition in Canada's already concentrated banking industry where the top six lenders account for more than 80% of the banking assets.

From Reuters ● Jul. 10, 2023

I knew then the rumors were true and we had precious little time to get our Indigenous asses out of the house and into the shadows.

From "The Marrow Thieves" by Cherie Dimaline

Vocabulary lists containing as

Scrabble: Two-Letter Words

Looking to grow your vocabulary? Check out this interactive, curated word list from our team of English language specialists at Vocabulary.com – one of over 17,000 lists we've built to help learners worldwide!

as

Usage

Example Sentences

See Examples For:

Related Words

Vocabulary lists containing as

Scrabble: Two-Letter Words