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Meaning of insofar
The primary meaning of the word "insofar" is to indicate the extent or degree to which something is true or applicable.
Etymology of insofar
The word "insofar" has its roots in Old English and Germanic languages, with "in" meaning "in" or "within" and "so" meaning "to such an extent" and "far" meaning "to what extent" or "how far", originating from the phrase "in so far as" which was later condensed into "insofar".
Synonyms
to the extent that
inasmuch as
in so far as
to the degree that
in proportion as
to the extent to which
in accordance with
in line with
consistent with
in conformity with
in compliance with
according to
in keeping with
in harmony with
in tune with
in step with
to the point where
up to the point where
as far as
so far as
to such an extent that
inasmuch
insomuch
Definitions
- To the extent or degree that
- * As far as something is the case
Usage Examples
- The new policy will be successful insofar as it is properly implemented.
- * The company will be liable insofar as the damage was caused by their negligence.
Antonyms
to no extent
not at all
in no way
to a limited extent
hardly
barely
scarcely
not in the least
to a small degree
minimally
marginally
insignificantly
imperceptibly
negligibly
slightly
somewhat
partially
incompletely