also

[awl-soh]

adverb

1. in addition; too; besides; as well.

   He was thin, and he was also tall.

   Synonyms: moreover

2. likewise; in the same manner.

   Since you're having another cup of coffee, I'll have one also.

conjunction

1. and.

   He was mean, also ugly.

also

/ ˈɔːlsəʊ /

adverb

1. (sentence modifier) in addition; as well; too

1. besides; moreover

Word History and Origins

Origin of also¹

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. )

Word History and Origins

Origin of also¹

Old English alswā; related to Old High German alsō, Old Frisian alsa; see _all , _so ¹

Example Sentences

In the video, the DOJ official also suggested that Epstein associate Ghislaine Maxwell was recently moved to a lower-security prison as part of a deal to keep her quiet.

From Los Angeles Times

But the judge also ruled that the startup had improperly downloaded millions of books through online libraries.

From Los Angeles Times

The panel said Monguia also made improper remarks to prospective jurors including one woman whom he referred to as a “hot mess” after she disclosed her son’s criminal history during jury selection in September 2022.

From Los Angeles Times

Nevada also joined the group this week, bringing the total number of members to thirteen.

From Los Angeles Times

Sam Kerr, the Australian superstar striker, was also back in the squad for the first time in 20 months after her recovery from an anterior cruciate ligament injury.

From BBC

Related Words

• again 
• further 
• likewise 
• more 
• still 
• too