adv
furthermore
FUR-thuh-maw
adv
1
In addition to what has already been said; moreover.
"The plan is expensive; furthermore, it is unlikely to work."
"Furthermore, the report failed to mention any safety concerns."
How to Use Furthermore
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA formal way to add another point, similar to "also" or "moreover."
When to use it
Fairly formal — common in essays, reports, and speeches rather than casual conversation.
Easily confused with
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Etymology
From Middle English furthermore, a combination of further and more.