though

[thoh]

conjunction

1. (used in introducing a subordinate clause, which is often marked by ellipsis) notwithstanding that; in spite of the fact that; although.

   Though he tried very hard, he failed the course.

2. even if; granting that (often preceded byeven ).

adverb

1. for all that; however.

though

/ ðəʊ /

conjunction

1. (sometimes preceded by even) despite the fact that

   though he tries hard, he always fails

   poor though she is, her life is happy

2. as if

   he looked as though he'd seen a ghost

adverb

1. nevertheless; however

   he can't dance: he sings well, though

Confusables Note

Among some conservatives there is a traditional objection to the use of though in place of although as a conjunction. However, the latter (earlier all though ) was originally an emphatic form of the former, and there is nothing in contemporary English usage to justify such a distinction.

Word History and Origins

Origin of though¹

First recorded in 1150–1200; Middle English thoh, from Old Norse thō; replacing Old English thēah; cognate with German doch, Gothic thauh

Word History and Origins

Origin of though¹

Old English theah; related to Old Frisian thāch, Old Saxon, Old High German thōh, Old Norse thō

Idioms and Phrases

Idioms

1. as though, as if.

   It seems as though the place is deserted.

see as if (though).

Example Sentences

“Boots” isn’t anywhere near as disturbing as, say, “Full Metal Jacket” — which Ray told Cam to watch to prepare, though he opted for a “Golden Girls” marathon instead.

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“Even though this absurd case was dismissed today, I will continue to defend the civil rights of every New Yorker. Every worker has a right to a safe commute.”

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He dismissed the notion his side looked tired against limited opponents, even though they only had eight substitutes, including two goalkeepers, when they could have named 11.

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Tuchel's underdog claim makes a lot more sense, though, if you take the expected weather conditions into account across Canada, Mexico and the United States.

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I hear similarities in the guitar playing, though I think you balance earnestness with a knowing quality I don’t get from stomp-clap.

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