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Add supporting point
Introduce another relevant reason or fact.
Example
The material is durable; additionally, it is inexpensive.
additionally
/əˈdɪʃənəli/ · uh-DISH-uh-nuh-leeaddition transition
Also; as a further, separate point.
Use additionally when the context supports this precise meaning: also; as a further, separate point.
What additionally Really Means
The word becomes easier to use when its closely related senses are separated and compared.
2
Extend a list
Add an item without ranking it above the others.
Example
Additionally, applicants must submit two references.
3
Supplement information
Provide a separate piece of related information.
Example
The archive includes letters and, additionally, several maps.
Use additionally Naturally
Notice how the surrounding noun or clause reveals the exact shade of meaning.
The material is durable; additionally, it is inexpensive.
Additionally, applicants must submit two references.
The archive includes letters and, additionally, several maps.
Precision Matters
Additionally overlaps with several common words, but each carries a different emphasis.
additionally
vs.Means also; as a further, separate point.
accordingly
Means therefore, or in a way that corresponds to the circumstances.
additionally
vs.Means also; as a further, separate point.
above all
Means most importantly; before every other consideration.
additionally
vs.Means also; as a further, separate point.
admittedly
Means as must be acknowledged.
additionally
vs.Means also; as a further, separate point.
also
Means in addition.
Test additionally in Context
The second benefit is a separate point added to the first.
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The device is cheaper than its predecessor. ___, it consumes substantially less power.