Synonyms for

Though

Verb / ðəʊ / Another word for though — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Despite the fact that; although.

Synonyms & similar words

although notwithstanding albeit however yet still regardless anyway despite notwithstanding withal natheless anyhow

Synonyms by register

Formal

notwithstanding nevertheless nonetheless

Informal

but still yet

Literary

albeit though it may be

Antonyms

although but however nevertheless nonetheless still yet

Common collocations

  • even though
  • as though
  • if though
  • though it may seem
  • though it is
  • though I say
  • though we may

Word family

adverb though

Usage note

Though is often used at the end of a sentence in informal contexts to introduce a contrasting idea. It can also be used at the beginning or in the middle of a sentence, similar to 'although'.

Example sentences

  1. Though it was cold outside, I still went for a walk.
  2. Though my brother is younger than me, he is taller.
  3. Though he is the boss, he still listens to his employees.
  4. Though I was tired, I stayed up late to read my book.
  5. Though she was afraid, she still went on the rollercoaster.

Quotes

  • Though the road’s been rocky, it sure feels good to me. - Bob Marley
  • Though she be but little, she is fierce. - William Shakespeare
  • Though I am not naturally honest, I am sometimes so by chance. - William Shakespeare

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