throughout

1 of 2

preposition

through·​out thrü-ˈau̇t 

1

: all the way from one end to the other of : in or to every part of

cities throughout the United States

2

: during the whole course or period of

troubled her throughout her life

throughout

2 of 2

adverb

1

: in or to every part : everywhere

of one color throughout

2

: during the whole time or action : from beginning to end

remained loyal throughout

Synonyms

Preposition

• about
• across
• around
• over
• round
• through

Adverb

• around
• over
• round
• through

Examples of throughout in a Sentence

Preposition

The company has stores throughout the United States and Canada.

She has traveled throughout the world.

His supporters remained loyal throughout his difficulties.

Throughout her life, she has suffered with the disease.

It rained throughout the day.

Adverb

The house is painted white throughout.

The house has wood floors throughout.

He had a difficult year, but his supporters remained loyal throughout.

Recent Examples on the Web

Preposition

While a year-end event is a time to recognize top performers for their results over the year, leaders also need to recognize the effort and growth people are showing throughout the year. —Expert Panel®, Forbes, 4 Sep. 2024

This option, crafted from high-quality borosilicate glass, makes six cups of brew at a time—well-suited for couples or someone who drinks coffee throughout the day. —Brittany Natale, Glamour, 4 Sep. 2024

Adverb

Go deeper: Sign up for the Axios Atlanta newsletter Editor's note: This article has been updated with new details throughout. —Kristal Dixon, Axios, 5 Sep. 2024

Whereas in yesteryears her daily uniform might have consisted of cutoff, denim shorts and a peter pan-collared jumper, today, Chung’s style is less indie sleaze and more refined, with vintage mixed in throughout. —Kristina Rutkowski, Vogue, 4 Sep. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

Preposition

13th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Adverb

13th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Kids Definition

throughout

1 of 2 adverb

through·​out thrü-ˈau̇t 

1

: in or to every part : everywhere

of one color throughout

2

: during the whole time or action : from beginning to end

remained loyal throughout

throughout

2 of 2 preposition

1

: in or to every part of

throughout the house

2

: during the whole time of

throughout the evening