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Furthermore has 2 different meanings across 1 category:

Adverb

Definitions
Adverb
1

in addition

"computer chess games are getting cheaper all the time; furthermore, their quality is improving"

"the cellar was dark; moreover, mice nested there"

"what is more, there's no sign of a change"

2

In addition; besides; further ; what's more (i.e. to denote additional information).

"The project was already over budget, and furthermore, it is running three weeks behind schedule."

In plain English: Furthermore is used to add more information or another point to what you just said.

"She was already late, and furthermore, she forgot to bring her report."

Usage: Use furthermore to introduce an additional point that supports or expands on what was just stated, typically starting a new sentence or clause. It creates a formal tone and should not be used to simply repeat information or add trivial details.

Example Sentences
"She was already late, and furthermore, she forgot to bring her report." adv
"Furthermore, she decided to take an extra class to improve her grades." adv
"The weather was cold; furthermore, the wind made it feel even harsher." adv
"He asked for more time on the project; furthermore, he explained that his computer had crashed." adv
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Origin

Furthermore comes from Middle English, where it was formed by combining the word "further" with the suffix "-more." This construction originally meant something additional or in addition to what had already been said.

Rhyming Words
ore nore yore core tore vore sore fore dore more kore wore bore pore gore hore lore rore prore whore
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