as if
The phrase “as if” has 2 syllables: as if
It's pronounced as /æz ɪf/
What is synonym and antonym for as if?
In the thesaurus, “as if” has 3 synonyms and 7 antonyms.
Here are synonyms and antonyms for as if along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for as if
- as
- as though
- like
Antonyms for as if
- actually
- clearly
- factually
- genuinely
- in reality
- literally
- truly
Meanings of as if
- conjunction
- As though; in a manner suggesting.
- In mimicry of.
- interjection
- Refers to something that the speaker deems highly unlikely.
Example Sentences
- He looked at me as if he didn’t understand.
- She talked as if everything was perfectly normal.
- They behaved as if the rules didn’t apply to them.
- The sky grew dark as if a storm were coming.
- She smiled as if she had a secret.
On this page you'll find 10 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to as if, such as: actually, as, as though, clearly, factually, genuinely, in reality.
Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.