adverb Uncommon

insofar

ihn-soh-FAH

Insofar (adverb) means to the extent or degree that (usually used as "insofar as"). Example: “The plan works, insofar as it gets people talking, even if it solves nothing.”

adverb

To the extent or degree that (usually used as "insofar as").

"The plan works, insofar as it gets people talking, even if it solves nothing."

How to use insofar

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishUsed to limit a statement to a certain extent — "to the degree that."

When to use it

Formal; almost always appears as "insofar as," typically in written or formal spoken English.

Common pairings

insofar as

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The plan works, _____ as it gets people talking, even if it solves nothing.

Etymology

Formed by fusing in + so + far into one word.

Synonyms

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so far in so far to that extent to that degree

Related words

yet hitherto so far

Frequently asked questions

What does “insofar” mean?

The word “insofar” means to the extent or degree that (usually used as "insofar as"). In plain terms, used to limit a statement to a certain extent — "to the degree that.".

How do you pronounce “insofar”?

“Insofar” is pronounced ihn-soh-FAH (/ɪn.soʊˈfɑɹ/ in IPA).

How do you use “insofar” in a sentence?

Here is “insofar” used in a sentence: “The plan works, insofar as it gets people talking, even if it solves nothing.”

What part of speech is “insofar”?

“Insofar” is an adverb.

Is “insofar” a common word?

“Insofar” is an uncommon word in modern English.

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