Looking for synonyms for as though? We’ve got you covered!
Here’s a list of other ways to say as though.
- As if
- Like
- As though
- As it were
- In a manner of speaking
- Seemingly
- In the manner that
- As would be the case if
- As per the appearance of
- To all appearances
Want to learn how to say as though professionally? Keep reading for examples and use cases.
1. As if
Use “as if” to compare two actions, suggesting that the first action gives the impression of the second being true, even if it might not be.
- Example: He spoke as if he were the final authority on the subject.
2. Like
“Like” is used in informal or less formal contexts to make comparisons or to illustrate an example.
- Example: She reacts to feedback like she already knows everything.
3. As though
“As though” is used similarly to “as if” to suggest that one situation gives the impression of another scenario or condition.
- Example: The manager looked at the sales report as though he couldn’t believe the numbers.
4. As it were
“As it were” is a more formal expression used to indicate that one is speaking figuratively or to acknowledge that one’s choice of words is not quite accurate but is being used for the sake of analogy.
- Example: The company is, as it were, at a crossroads, needing to choose its future direction.
5. In a manner of speaking
“In a manner of speaking” is used to indicate that what one has said is true to a certain extent but not literally or completely so.
- Example: We have, in a manner of speaking, put all our eggs in one basket with this investment.
6. Seemingly
“Seemingly” is used to suggest that something appears to be true based on what is observed, but without claiming it as a fact.
- Example: The project is, seemingly, ahead of schedule but we need to confirm the details.
7. In the manner that
“In the manner that” is a formal way to draw a comparison or to describe how something appears to be done.
- Example: The CEO addressed the shareholders in the manner that a captain would speak to his crew.
8. As would be the case if
“As would be the case if” is used to hypothesize about a situation as if another, specified condition were true.
- Example: The budget was prepared as would be the case if the company were to expand into new markets next year.
9. As per the appearance of
“As per the appearance of” is a formal way to say that something seems to be a certain way, based on its outward appearance.
- Example: The negotiation was concluded successfully, as per the appearance of the parties involved.
10. To all appearances
“To all appearances” is used to state that something seems to be true based on what can be observed.
- Example: To all appearances, the merger has had a positive impact on the company’s stock price.
