insomuch

[ in-suh-muhch, -soh- ]

adverb

1. to such an extent or degree; so (usually followed by that ).
2. inasmuch (usually followed by as ).

insomuch

/ ˌɪnsəʊˈmʌtʃ /

adverb

1. foll byas or that to such an extent or degree
2. foll by as because of the fact (that); inasmuch (as)

Word History and Origins

Origin of insomuch¹

1350–1400; Middle English; originally phrase in so much

Example Sentences

And he gave him no answer, not even to one word: insomuch that the governor marvelled greatly.

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Molire was naturally of a reserved and taciturn temper; insomuch that his friend Boileau used to call him the Contemplateur.

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Insomuch that he was one of the greatest antiquarians of the age.

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Insomuch that we exhorted Titus, that as he had made a beginning before, so he would also complete in you this grace also.

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Take good heed that you fail not, insomuch as you fear to displease the king my son, and myself.

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