Pronunciation

/ðəʊ/

Definitions

Adverb

• Refers to a word that modifies a verb, an adjective, or another adverb, often expressing contrast or reservation. It can be used to indicate despite something else, as a concession, or to emphasize a point.

Phrases

• “Although he’s tired, he still worked through the night.”
• “She did well, though not as well as expected.”
• “I like the movie, though the ending was disappointing.”

Example Sentences

• “Despite the rain, we decided to go for a walk.”
• “She failed the exam, but she tried her best, though.”
• “The cake tasted great, though a bit dry.”

Synonyms

• Anyway
• Nevertheless
• Nonetheless
• However
• Yet
• Still
• Despite
• In spite of

Antonyms

• Therefore
• Consequently
• Thus
• Accordingly
• As a result

Note: “Though” can also be used as a contraction of “although” or “even though” in some cases.