throughout
8 synonyms for throughout, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Prep — In every part of something, or during the whole of a period of time.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Synonyms by Meaning
1. prep
In every part of something, or during the whole of a period of time.
“Snow fell steadily throughout the night, and the roads were white by morning.”
2. adv
In every part; from start to finish.
“The flat was freshly carpeted throughout, so we could move straight in.”
How to use throughout
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
throughout the day
throughout history
consistent throughout
Etymology
From Old English þurh ūt, literally "through out" — a straightforward combination of "through" and "out."
Full origin of throughout →Frequently asked questions
What does “throughout” mean?
The word “throughout” means in every part of something, or during the whole of a period of time. In plain terms, covering the whole of a place or the whole of a period of time.
How do you pronounce “throughout”?
“Throughout” is pronounced throo-OWT (/θɹuːˈaʊt/ in IPA).
How do you use “throughout” in a sentence?
Here is “throughout” used in a sentence: “The policy applies throughout the company.”
What part of speech is “throughout”?
Depending on how it is used, “throughout” can be a preposition and an adverb.
Where does the word “throughout” come from?
The word “throughout” comes from Old English. From Old English þurh ūt, literally "through out" — a straightforward combination of "through" and "out.".
Is “throughout” a common word?
“Throughout” is a very common word in modern English, usually learned at around the B1 level.
How many meanings does “throughout” have?
“Throughout” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: in every part of something, or during the whole of a period of time.
What is the difference between throughout and during?
During tells you something happens within a period, but not necessarily the whole of it — 'a phone rang during the film.' Throughout stresses the entire span or every part — 'it rained throughout the day' means all day long. Throughout also covers space, meaning in every part, which during cannot.
What is an example of throughout in a sentence?
Throughout works for both place and time. For place: 'shops appeared throughout the city,' meaning in every part of it. For time: 'she stayed calm throughout the interview,' meaning for its whole duration. In both, throughout signals completeness — nowhere and no moment is left out.
