moreover
maw-ROH-vuh
Moreover (adverb) means On top of what has already been said; furthermore. Example: “The flat is cheap; moreover, it is close to the station.”
adverb
1
On top of what has already been said; furthermore.
"The flat is cheap; moreover, it is close to the station."
"She is talented and, moreover, works harder than anyone else on the team."
"The report is clear and well written; moreover, it was finished ahead of schedule."
"A curious thing about the ontological problem is its simplicity. It can be put in three Anglo-Saxon monosyllables: ‘What is there?’ It can be answered, moreover, in a word—‘Everything’—and everyone will accept this answer as true."
— W.v.O. Quine, On What There Is (1948)
How to use moreover
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA formal way to add another point on top of one you just made.
When to use it
Fairly formal — common in essays and reports, less common in casual speech, where "and also" or "plus" would be used instead.
Easily confused with
Common pairings
moreover, it
moreover, the
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Etymology
From Middle English more + over, literally "more besides."
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What does “moreover” mean?
The word “moreover” means on top of what has already been said; furthermore. In plain terms, a formal way to add another point on top of one you just made.
How do you pronounce “moreover”?
“Moreover” is pronounced maw-ROH-vuh (/moɹˈoʊ.vɚ/ in IPA).
How do you use “moreover” in a sentence?
Here is “moreover” used in a sentence: “The flat is cheap; moreover, it is close to the station.”
What part of speech is “moreover”?
“Moreover” is an adverb.
Where does the word “moreover” come from?
The word “moreover” comes from Middle English. From Middle English more + over, literally "more besides.".
Is “moreover” a common word?
“Moreover” is a fairly common word in modern English, usually learned at around the B1 level.
What is the difference between 'moreover' and 'furthermore'?
Both 'moreover' and 'furthermore' are formal adverbs that add a further point to what has already been said, and they are often interchangeable. 'Moreover' can feel slightly more emphatic, suggesting the added point strengthens the argument.
How do you punctuate 'moreover' in a sentence?
When 'moreover' begins a sentence it is normally followed by a comma, as in 'Moreover, the costs are rising.' When it links two independent clauses in one sentence, it is usually preceded by a semicolon and followed by a comma.
Is 'moreover' formal or informal?
'Moreover' is a formal adverb used mainly in academic, professional, and written English. In casual speech, people more often say 'also,' 'plus,' or 'on top of that.'
What is the difference between 'moreover' and 'however'?
'Moreover' adds a supporting point in the same direction as the previous statement, meaning 'in addition.' 'However' signals a contrast or exception, so the two are not interchangeable.
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