also
Americanadverb
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in addition; too; besides; as well.
He was thin, and he was also tall.
- Synonyms:
- moreover
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likewise; in the same manner.
Since you're having another cup of coffee, I'll have one also.
conjunction
adverb
Etymology
Origin of also
First recorded in 1125–75; Middle English; Old English (e)alswā “wholly so,” from eal(l) all ( def. ) (in the sense “wholly, quite”) + swā so 1 ( def. )
Explanation
Also is a word that means about the same thing as "in addition" or "too." Also is a word used for verbal additions and add-ons. When friends are heading to the movies and you want to go with them, you might say, "Can I also come?" That means you want to go along, too — in addition to the rest of the group. By starting a sentence with also, you're letting the reader know you're adding a thought, as in "I think pizza is delicious. Also, it's usually cheap and easy to eat on the run."
Example Sentences
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The result also vindicated Van’s claim to the championship.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 20, 2026
Journalists got wind of the arrest on Monday evening, which is also when senior Reform figures in Wales began to find out.
From BBC ● Sep. 20, 2026
The champion also showed better defense against the Brazilian’s advances as the rounds progressed.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 20, 2026
“But I also came to win. I owe those elbows to one of my coaches who taught me how to use them.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 20, 2026
It’s tough, because while doing all of the above, a coloratura must also be lighter and faster than all the other sopranos.
From "Split the Sky" by Marie Arnold
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