also

adverb

al·​so ˈȯl(t)-(ˌ)sō How to pronounce also (audio)
ˈȯ-
Synonyms of also
1
: likewise sense 1
They also liked it.
2
: in addition : besides, too
She's a talented singer and also a fine actress.

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She's a talented singer and also a fine actress. Thomas Edison is best known for inventing the lightbulb, but he also invented the phonograph. I don't think we should go out. Not only is it late, but it's also snowing. My neighbors were also at the show that night.
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This floor also contains a guest bedroom and bathroom, staff quarters, laundry and a security room. — New Atlas, 27 Oct. 2026 The bank also expects revenue to grow annually through 2028, targeting 5% growth that year compared with 2027, excluding notable items and on a constant currency basis. — Jenny Lee, CNBC, 27 Oct. 2026 Agents can also help people with hobbies and personal goals and interests by connecting agents to health and fitness apps, smart home devices and financial services. — Marty Swant, Washington Post, 27 Oct. 2026 Earlier Monday, Jordanian authorities arrested three men for last week’s attack, which also wounded more than two dozen people. — Omar Akour, Los Angeles Times, 27 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for also

Word History

Etymology

Middle English, from Old English eallswā, from eall all + swā so — more at so

First Known Use

before the 12th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of also was before the 12th century

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also

adverb
al·​so ˈȯl-sō How to pronounce also (audio)
1
: likewise sense 1
2
: in addition : too
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