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Core logical function
Add a further point that strengthens the preceding argument.
Example
The material is inexpensive; moreover, it can be recycled repeatedly.
moreover
/mɔːˈrəʊvə/ · mor-OH-vuradditive transition
Add a further point that strengthens the preceding argument.
Use moreover to express this relationship precisely: add a further point that strengthens the preceding argument.
What moreover Really Means
The word becomes easier to use when its closely related senses are separated and compared.
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Sentence connection
Use this expression in its normal grammatical frame so the relationship between the surrounding ideas remains explicit.
Example
Moreover, the second archive independently confirms the date.
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Argument-level effect
It tells the reader how to interpret the timing, scope, evidence, contrast, condition, or consequence in the statement.
Example
The route was shorter and, moreover, avoided the steepest terrain.
Use moreover Naturally
Notice how the surrounding noun or clause reveals the exact shade of meaning.
The material is inexpensive; moreover, it can be recycled repeatedly.
Moreover, the second archive independently confirms the date.
The route was shorter and, moreover, avoided the steepest terrain.
Precision Matters
Moreover overlaps with several common words, but each carries a different emphasis.
moreover
vs.Means add a further point that strengthens the preceding argument.
furthermore
Means add another point that supports or extends what has just been stated.
moreover
vs.Means add a further point that strengthens the preceding argument.
additionally
Means also; as a further, separate point.
moreover
vs.Means add a further point that strengthens the preceding argument.
indeed
Means confirm, reinforce, or strengthen a preceding claim, sometimes by adding a more striking fact.
moreover
vs.Means add a further point that strengthens the preceding argument.
in addition to
Means add a person, thing, or consideration to one already mentioned.
Test moreover in Context
The second advantage strengthens the favourable argument.
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The method reduced processing time. ___, it produced more accurate estimates.