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Synonyms & Similar Words
additionally
also
moreover
what's more
in addition
besides
too
likewise
similarly
furthermore
moreover
also
moreover
additionally
to boot
into the bargain
as well
to say nothing of
not to mention
in like manner
in the same way
by the same token
in like fashion
correspondingly
equally
just as
equally
in equal measure
no less
no fewer
in parallel
in tandem
coincidentally
concurrently
simultaneously
meantime
meanwhile
during this time
in the interim
on top of that
over and above
above and beyond.
Meaning of Furthermore
The primary meaning of the word "Furthermore" is to indicate an addition to something previously said.
Definitions
- Used to introduce a further point or remark in addition to what has already been said.
- Used to indicate a development or expansion of an idea or argument.
- Serving to introduce additional information or evidence that supports a previous statement.
Etymology of Furthermore
The word "Furthermore" originated from Old English and Germanic roots, with "more" coming from Old English "mā" and "forth" from Old English "forþ", which was later combined with "more" to create the adverb "furthermore" to indicate something happening or done to a greater degree or extent.
Example Uses
- The new policy has been met with criticism, and furthermore, many experts argue that it will have unintended consequences.
- The company has seen significant growth in the past year, and furthermore, it has expanded its operations into new markets.
- The study found a correlation between the two variables, and furthermore, it suggested that this relationship is causal.
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
however
on the other hand
nevertheless
nonetheless
despite
in spite of
notwithstanding
on the contrary
instead
rather
alternatively
conversely
inversely
oppositely
contrastingly
differently
contrarily
albeit
although
even though
whereas
while
in contrast
by contrast
to the contrary
contrastingly.