also

adverb

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

Examples of also in a Sentence

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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Harvard must also commit to cooperating in good faith with law enforcement. Kayla Jimenez, USA Today, 23 Apr. 2025 Paramount is also awaiting FCC approval of a merger with Skydance, a deal the companies reached last year that remains pending. CBS News, 23 Apr. 2025 The picturesque peninsular town is also home to one of Lithuania’s most intriguing eating experiences, the cuisine of the ethnic minority Karaim people served at Restaurant Kybynlar. Joe Yogerst, Forbes.com, 22 Apr. 2025 The proposal would also put a ceasefire in place along the frontlines of the war, the official said. Ross Adkin, CNN Money, 22 Apr. 2025 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

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

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“Also.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/also. Accessed 27 Apr. 2025.

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also

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

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