furthermore

American  

[fur-ther-mawr, -mohr] / ˈfɜr ðərˌmɔr, -ˌmoʊr /

adverb

1. moreover; besides; in addition.

   Furthermore, he left orders not to be disturbed.

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furthermore British  

/ ˈfɜːðəˌmɔː /

adverb

1. in addition; moreover

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Etymology

Origin of furthermore

First recorded in 1150–1200; further + more

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Example Sentences

If anything, furthermore, sports sentiment should be having a bigger impact today than in recent years.

From MarketWatch

Instead of making an argument, an algorithm will narrate its own process, relying on clunky signposts like “this article will explore” or “moreover” and “furthermore.”

From The Wall Street Journal

Why am I speeding down this interstate at 80 miles per hour, and furthermore, when did the speed limit change to 80?

From Salon

Strengthened antitrust enforcement, furthermore, increased the uncertainty of government approval of hostile bids from within a target’s own industry.

From Los Angeles Times

The appeal, adds Dela Cruz, is furthermore a reaction to our digital age’s profound sense of disconnection and our difficulty distinguishing truth from fiction.

From Los Angeles Times