as such — in the exact sense of the word; therefore; as a result
Part of speech: ADVERB
Definition: in the exact sense of the word; therefore; as a result
Pronunciation (IPA): /æz sʌtʃ/
Example Sentences
- She's a professional dancer and as such, she practices 8 hours a day
- Pizza is junk food and as such, my mom only allows it once a week
- He's not a doctor as such, but he knows a lot about medicine
as such
ADVERB[/æz sʌtʃ/]
in the exact sense of the word; therefore; as a result
in the exact sense of the word; therefore; as a result
As such, every touch matters when you clutch the truth!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Old English and Latin origins. 'As' comes from Old English 'alswā' meaning 'likewise' or 'in the same way', while 'such' derives from Old English 'swilc' related to 'so' and Latin 'talis' meaning 'of that kind'.
Breakdown
as (in the same manner/way) + such (of that kind) = as such (in that exact capacity or role)
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“She's a professional dancer and as such, she practices 8 hours a day”
“Pizza is junk food and as such, my mom only allows it once a week”
“He's not a doctor as such, but he knows a lot about medicine”
“My cat thinks he's the king of the house and as such, demands royal treatment”
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