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Another word for also.

Also is a useful hinge, but a string of them reads like a list. Choose by where it sits and the tone you want.

Last in the sentence

• tooLighter, and more casual.She speaks French, and her brother does too.
• as wellLike too, a touch more formal.Bring a sweater, and a rain jacket as well.

Adding a point

• plusCasual; tacks on one more thing.It’s close to work, plus the rent is low.
• besidesAdds a reason, often the clincher.I’m too tired to go out; besides, it’s raining.
• what’s moreAdds a point, with emphasis.The plan is cheap; what’s more, it works.

In formal writing

• moreoverFormal; adds weight to an argument.The bridge is costly; moreover, its design is untested.
• furthermoreFormal; takes an argument one step further.Furthermore, the study found no link to diet.
• in additionNeutral and formal; adds a fact.In addition, every room has a private balcony.
• likewiseSays the same holds true.The rooms were spotless, and the food was likewise excellent.

When to keep “also”

Keep also before the verb in plain sentences, as in “she also sings”; nothing reads faster.

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