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Meaning ofasin English

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Definitions

Adverb
1. to a certain extent; in a similar manner
  Synonyms:
  like similarly equally
  Antonyms:
  differently oppositely contrarily
2. providing an example; illustrating a point
  The new policy will be implemented as soon as possible.
  Synonyms:
  like for instance such as
Conjunction
1. in the same way or manner; to the same degree
  She sings as beautifully as her mother.
  Synonyms:
  like similarly equally
  Antonyms:
  differently unequally
2. introducing a resulting action; with a specific outcome
  He worked as an engineer before becoming a manager.
  Synonyms:
  so thus hence consequently therefore
3. while something is happening; simultaneously with another action
  The kids played outside as the sun was setting.
  Synonyms:
  while when simultaneously at the same time
  Antonyms:
  before after previously subsequently later
4. at the same time or moment; during that instant
  The company will launch the product as the market demand increases.
  Synonyms:
  while when simultaneously at the same time
  Antonyms:
  before after previously subsequently later
5. introducing a hypothetical comparison; contrasting ideas
  She spoke as if she were an expert on the subject.
  Synonyms:
  like than
6. introducing a comparison; indicating a role
  He works as a freelance writer to support his family.
  Synonyms:
  like in the role of in the capacity of as if in the guise of
Preposition
1. indicating a basis for comparison; objective case
  The new employee was hired as a replacement for the former manager.
  Synonyms:
  like than
2. in a specific role; function or position
  She works as a translator for the company.
  Synonyms:
  in the capacity of as a in the role of acting as serving as
  Antonyms:
  instead of other than rather than

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