though 1 of 2

though

2 of 2

conjunction

as in although
in spite of the fact that though it has no well-known actors in it, the movie has become the sleeper hit of the summer

Synonyms & Similar Words

Examples Sentences

Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to show current usage. Read More Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of though
Adverb
Over the past three weeks, though, the money down has been an entirely different story for Payton’s offense. Parker Gabriel, The Denver Post, 15 Nov. 2024 The blocking broke down in front of Herbert, though, and so he was forced to improvise, to think on his feet. Elliott Teaford, Orange County Register, 15 Nov. 2024 Dylan Hooper bailed out his keeper, though and even avoided overtime. Michael Nowels, The Mercury News, 7 Nov. 2024 Be careful, though: Exit polling data can be imprecise. Joe Walsh, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for though 
Recent Examples of Synonyms for though
Adverb
  • All that extra water requires removal for products like tomato paste, however, resulting in extra energy, financial, and time costs.
    Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 14 Nov. 2024
  • This headlamp is less packable than others, however, due to the separate battery and lamp units, along with the cord to connect them.
    Ashley Thess, Outdoor Life, 14 Nov. 2024
Adverb
  • Rutka and her friends endure uncertain futures but nevertheless reach for hope and resilience in this new musical making its world premiere in Cincinnati.
    Grace Tucker, The Enquirer, 4 Nov. 2024
  • This is nevertheless a policy proposal that has resonated with U.S. overseas voters and political organizers like Joe Beydoun, who chairs Republicans Overseas in the United Arab Emirates.
    Kim Hjelmgaard, USA TODAY, 30 Oct. 2024
Conjunction
  • But scientists and doctors say things aren’t that simple — and a belief that exposing children to marijuana, either directly or indirectly, is harmless isn’t supported by the facts.
    Daniel M. Jimenez, The Cannifornian, 22 June 2017
  • But with a full and volatile season behind them, the two have grown closer, prompting check-ins from Bradford last month, seeking tidbits from his coach who watched OTA practices on a tablet from his Kentucky retreat.
    Chad Graff, Twin Cities, 15 June 2017
Adverb
  • But the game nonetheless drew the highest viewership numbers for a non-playoff NFL game in 17 years (31 million on CBS).
    Eric Jackson, Sportico.com, 21 Nov. 2024
  • However, the mounting pressure against athletics associations is affecting California college athletes nonetheless.
    CalMatters, The Mercury News, 19 Nov. 2024

Thesaurus Entries Near though

Cite this Entry

“Though.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/though. Accessed 28 Nov. 2024.

More from Merriam-Webster on though

Last Updated: - Updated example sentences
Love words? Need even more definitions?

Subscribe to America's largest dictionary and get thousands more definitions and advanced search—ad free!