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Definition as in British English

as adverb, conjunction, preposition

adverb, conjunction, preposition
strong /æz/ weak /əz/

As can be used in the following ways:

as a conjunction (connecting two clauses): As I was leaving, the phone rang.The results were not as bad as I had expected.

as a preposition (followed by a noun): He works as a waiter.

as an adverb (followed by an adjective, an adverb, or a word such as ‘much’ or ‘many’): Nylon is cheaper than leather, and it’s just as strong.

1

used for comparing one person, thing, or situation with another

1.1

used for comparing one person, thing, or situation with another

Example

Simon isn't as tall as his brother.

Example

I don't play football as much as I used to.

Example

I can't run as fast as you.

Example

We all need regular exercise, but a healthy diet is just as important.

Example

A house in London costs twice as much as a similar house in Liverpool.

Example

Barbara's suggestion was almost exactly the same as mine.

Synonyms and related words
than relatively whereas
1.2

used in particular expressions for emphasizing a quality in someone or something

Example

Her skin was white as snow.

Example

as tough as old boots

2

used for mentioning that something is already known or has already been talked about

Example

As I was saying, we expect next year to be a good year.

Example

As everyone knows, the farming industry is in serious difficulties.

3

used for saying that something happens or is done in the same way

Example

I invested the money as you suggested.

Example

Leave everything just as you found it.

Example

Judith was late, as usual.

Example

As with all business cards, good design is essential.

4

used for referring to what someone or something does or how they appear

Example

As managing director, I am expected to provide effective leadership.

Example

a portrait of the princess as a child

Example

An electric drill can also be used as a screwdriver.

5

used for saying that someone or something is considered or described in a particular way

Example

Van Dyck was regarded as the greatest painter of his time.

Example

The result of the vote is being seen as a personal victory for the Prime Minister.

Example

Madeira is described as having the best climate in the world.

6

used for saying that something happens at the same time as something else

Example

As we were sitting down to dinner, the phone rang.

Example

We got to the check-in desk just as they were about to close.

Synonyms and related words
when while simultaneous
7

used for giving the reason for something

Example

As it was getting late, we decided to go home.

Example

We chose Calvert to lead us as he said he knew the way.

Synonyms and related words
after all as as a matter of fact
8

used after an adjective or adverb to mean that something is true despite what you are saying

Example

Strange as it may seem, I never really wanted to be rich.

Example

Much as I sympathize with your difficulties, there is little I can do to help you.

Definition as in British English

Related Words

Words related to as:

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