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

Her sister also signed a contract extension last January, one that was intended to keep her with the team through 2028.

From Los Angeles Times

The police also said they found two firearms, including a loaded pistol, in Cutler’s vehicle.

From Los Angeles Times

The new report also included a revision that showed a significant loss of jobs in June.

From Salon

Roles have also been shuffled elsewhere in the cabinet, with Steve Reed replacing Rayner as housing secretary, moving from his previous post as environment secretary.

From BBC

News of Post Malone's rescheduled shows comes after Coldplay also moved the final two dates of their record-breaking 10-show run at Wembley Stadium.

From BBC

Related Words

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