moreover

[mawr-oh-ver, mohr-, mawr-oh-ver, mohr-]

adverb

1. in addition to what has been said; further; besides.

moreover

/ mɔːˈrəʊvə /

1. in addition to what has already been said; furthermore

Word History and Origins

Origin of moreover¹

First recorded in 1325–75, moreover is from Middle English more over. See more, over

Synonym Study

See besides.

Example Sentences

This, moreover, opens the path to having more than one music director, allowing the orchestra ever more breath for artistic and community expansion.

From Los Angeles Times

The scores, moreover, were gatherings, developments and riffs on various existing songs.

From Los Angeles Times

It was, moreover, a Tuesday that proved a relatively somber occasion, which, despite the lovely atmosphere, fit the mood of the times.

From Los Angeles Times

Private loans, moreover, lack some of the consumer protections traditionally provided by government loans, including deferrals, and typically carry higher interest rates.

From Los Angeles Times

The New York Philharmonic, moreover, has many younger players.

From Los Angeles Times

When To Use

What is a basic definition of moreover?

Moreover is an adverb that means in addition to what has been said.Moreover is used to transition into additional information or to connect a sentence to a related one that has already been said.Like additionally and besides, moreover is often used to begin a sentence.

• Used in a sentence: I can’t afford a dog. Moreover, my landlord doesn’t allow pets in the apartments.  

Moreover can be used in the middle of a sentence to indicate that one thought is connected to a previous one.

• Used in a sentence: I liked this book because it was well-written and, moreover, told a very interesting story.