as to

preposition

1

: as for, about

at a loss as to how to explain the error

2

: according to, by

graded as to size and color

Synonyms

• about
• apropos
• apropos of
• as far as
• as for
• as regards
• as respects
• concerning
• of
• on
• regarding
• respecting
• touching
• toward
• towards

Examples of as to in a Sentence

I'm in a quandary as to how to deal with the problem.

Recent Examples on the Web

Sheeran's comments have reignited a long-standing debate as to whether the 1984 song should remain a staple of the festive season. —Rebekah Evans, theweek, 19 Nov. 2024

Details as to the roles of the trio are under wraps. —Matt Grobar, Deadline, 19 Nov. 2024

Tricia had just moved to the area from Florida and didn’t have any suggestions as to where to go. —Allie Volpe, Vox, 14 Nov. 2024

At a news conference after the hearing, Murrill dismissed Green's testimony as not being relevant as to whether the posters themselves violate the First Amendment. —Erik Ortiz, NBC News, 12 Nov. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Kids Definition

as to

preposition

1

: with respect to : about

confused as to what happened

2

: according to sense 1

graded as to size