Furthermore - Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

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SKIP TO CONTENT furthermore /ˈfʌrðərmɔr/ /ˈfʌðəmɔ/ IPA guide

Just when you think your friend has finished her long list of complaints, she begins a new sentence with, “Furthermore…” a word that signals she has even more to complain about.

Furthermore is a useful word when you have an additional point to make in an argument or explanation. It is often used at the beginning of a sentence and followed by a comma. You might tell your parents why you think you should go on a Hawaiian vacation and then add, “Furthermore, volcanic ash is excellent for the complexion.” For variety, you can also use words like moreover or additionally in the same way.

Definitions of furthermore

adverb in addition “furthermore, their quality is improving” synonyms: moreover, what is more

Pronunciation US /ˈfʌrðərmɔr/ UK /ˈfʌðəmɔ/ Cite this entry Style: MLA

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