furthermore

(linking-words)

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also

Addition (simple)

T1

Nuance: Additional

Simple addition.

Boring

We brought extra pencils; furthermore, we brought erasers.

Better

We brought extra pencils; also, we brought erasers.

in addition

Addition (common)

T1

Nuance: Add-on

Clear and common.

Boring

We read the article; furthermore, we wrote a summary.

Better

We read the article; in addition, we wrote a summary.

on top of that

Addition (casual phrase)

T1

Nuance: Extra

Casual; narrative-friendly.

Boring

We had homework. Furthermore, we had a project due Friday.

Better

We had homework. On top of that, we had a project due Friday.

plus

Addition (casual)

T1

Nuance: Extra

Casual tone.

Boring

We need notebooks; furthermore, we need a folder.

Better

We need notebooks; plus, we need a folder.

what is more

Addition (formal-ish)

T1

Nuance: Extra point

Adds another point with emphasis.

Boring

The plan is inexpensive. Furthermore, it is effective.

Better

The plan is inexpensive. What is more, it is effective.

additionally

Addition (formal)

T2

Nuance: Extra

Essay-friendly.

Boring

Furthermore, we should check our work before we submit it.

Better

Additionally, we should check our work before we submit it.

besides

Addition (extra point)

T2

Nuance: Extra

Slightly conversational.

Boring

Furthermore, we have enough time to fix it today.

Better

Besides, we have enough time to fix it today.

in addition to that

Addition (phrase)

T2

Nuance: Extra

Clear; slightly longer.

Boring

We practiced every day. Furthermore, we asked for feedback.

Better

We practiced every day. In addition to that, we asked for feedback.

moreover

Addition (formal)

T2

Nuance: Emphasis

Very close meaning; common in essays.

Boring

Furthermore, the evidence is strong and reliable.

Better

Moreover, the evidence is strong and reliable.

not only that

Addition (emphasis)

T2

Nuance: Emphatic

Adds emphasis.

Boring

Furthermore, the solution is quick to use.

Better

Not only that, the solution is quick to use.

to add to that

Addition (phrase)

T2

Nuance: Extra

Common phrase.

Boring

The lesson was helpful. Furthermore, the examples were clear.

Better

The lesson was helpful. To add to that, the examples were clear.

also worth noting

Addition (formal-ish)

T3

Nuance: Noted

Good for reports.

Boring

Furthermore, the data came from reliable sources.

Better

Also worth noting is that the data came from reliable sources.

another point is that

Addition (explicit)

T3

Nuance: Explicit

Very clear for essays.

Boring

Furthermore, the schedule gives us more time.

Better

Another point is that the schedule gives us more time.

not to mention

Addition (emphasis)

T3

Nuance: Emphatic

Adds an extra detail with emphasis.

Boring

The room was crowded; furthermore, it was very noisy.

Better

The room was crowded, not to mention very noisy.

over and above that

Addition (formal phrase)

T3

Nuance: Extra

Formal; “in addition.”

Boring

We had homework. Furthermore, we had a project due Friday.

Better

We had homework. Over and above that, we had a project due Friday.

to boot

Addition (old-fashioned)

T3

Nuance: Extra

Old-fashioned; use rarely.

Boring

The backpack was heavy; furthermore, it was uncomfortable.

Better

The backpack was heavy and uncomfortable, to boot.