いっそ

いっそ expresses a drastic alternative when other options seem inadequate—"might as well go to the extreme."

Usage

Implies frustration or resignation; suggests choosing a bold option over half-measures.

Common patterns

• いっそのこと: might as well (emphatic)
• いっそ〜してしまおう: might as well just do ~
• いっそ〜方(ほう)がいい: might as well ~

Position in sentence

Usually appears at the beginning of a sentence or clause.

Similar words

• むしろ: rather (preference without resignation)
• 却(かえ)って: on the contrary, rather

いっそ carries emotional weight—it's not just choosing option B, but suggesting a dramatic shift.