as

A2
Pronunciation
/ˈæs/
Noun
2 definition(s)
1 Definition

(unit of weight) A libra.

2 Definition

Any of several coins of Rome, coined in bronze or later copper; or the equivalent value.

Adverb
3 definition(s)
1 Definition

To such an extent or degree; to the same extent or degree.

Example Sentences
  • It's not as well made, but it's twice as expensive.
2 Definition

Considered to be, in relation to something else; in the relation (specified).

Example Sentences
  • 1865, The Act of Suicide as Distinct from the Crime of Self-Murder: A Sermon
3 Definition

For example; for instance. (Compare such as.)

Conjunction
6 definition(s)
1 Definition

In the (same) way or manner that; to the (same) degree that.

Example Sentences
  • As you wish, my lord!
2 Definition

At the time that; during the time when:

3 Definition

Being that, considering that, because, since.

Example Sentences
  • As it’s too late, I quit.
4 Definition

Introducing a comparison with a hypothetical state (+ subjunctive, or with the verb elided): as though, as if.

5 Definition

Functioning as a relative conjunction, and sometimes like a relative pronoun: that, which, who. (See usage notes.)

Example Sentences
  • He had the same problem as she did getting the lock open.
6 Definition

(possibly obsolete) Than.

Preposition
2 definition(s)
1 Definition

Introducing a basis of comparison, with an object in the objective case.

Example Sentences
  • They're big as houses.
2 Definition

In the role of.

Example Sentences
  • He was never seen as the boss, but rather as a friend.