also: あだかも
Used in the pattern あたかも～ようだ/ごとし to express a strong resemblance or metaphor. Often found in literary or formal speech.
He acted as if he knew nothing.
The scenery was just like a painting.
right then; just at that moment
Rare temporal use meaning 'at that very moment'. Mostly found in older literature; modern Japanese prefers ちょうどその時 or まさに.
Just at that moment, the bell rang out.
She looked as if she were an angel.
The scene was just like a dream.
Rare kana variant; it is rarely used.
Very rare kanji form; it is rarely used.