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as in farther
at or to a greater distance or more advanced point go further along this road and you'll see the sign for the highway

Synonyms & Similar Words

Relevance
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further

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adjective

further

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verb

Synonym Chooser

How does the verb further contrast with its synonyms?

Some common synonyms of further are advance, forward, and promote. While all these words mean "to help (someone or something) to move ahead," further suggests a removing of obstacles in the way of a desired advance.

used the marriage to further his career

In what contexts can advance take the place of further?

The words advance and further are synonyms, but do differ in nuance. Specifically, advance stresses effective assisting in hastening a process or bringing about a desired end.

advance the cause of peace

When is forward a more appropriate choice than further?

The synonyms forward and further are sometimes interchangeable, but forward implies an impetus forcing something ahead.

a wage increase would forward productivity

When might promote be a better fit than further?

While the synonyms promote and further are close in meaning, promote suggests an encouraging or fostering and may denote an increase in status or rank.

a campaign to promote better health

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of further
Adverb
For those who want a remote getaway with breathtaking beauty, look no further than this archipelago province of the Philippines. Karla Pope, Good Housekeeping, 1 Feb. 2023 For statistical confirmation, look no further than a global survey that my company did of 2,000 CEOs. Sanjay Brahmawar, Fortune, 1 Feb. 2023
Adjective
The 24 further places are given to players who come through qualifying or who receive wildcards, usually in a 16-8 split. Matthew Futterman, New York Times, 24 Aug. 2025 While further studies are needed in humans, this new research opens the door to a new kind of natural obesity treatment that could make the gut resistant to weight gain – and also promote weight loss – long-term. New Atlas, 24 Aug. 2025
Verb
That will further his ambition of playing college football. Paul Johnson, Chicago Tribune, 19 Aug. 2025 Funding through the Big, Beautiful Bill will enable agents to continue their workday-in and day-out, increasing their effectiveness, protecting American citizens, and furthering America’s ability to prosper. Mike Garcia, Oc Register, 11 Aug. 2025 See All Example Sentences for further
Recent Examples of Synonyms for further
Adverb
  • However, if temperatures fall farther than expected the amounts could increase, forecasters added.
    Leigh Morgan, al, 11 Feb. 2023
  • Tier 2 Pricing, includes lots farther away from the stadium: Car or SUV: $100.
    Sydney Carruth, The Arizona Republic, 9 Feb. 2023
Adverb
  • After the meeting with the three Muslim leaders, Weisenburger later hosted lunches with Jewish and then Arab American Christian leaders.
    Niraj Warikoo, Freep.com, 21 Aug. 2025
  • Groom then drew a map showing police where Monteiro's remains could be found, prosecutors said.
    Saleen Martin, USA Today, 21 Aug. 2025
Adjective
  • This, incidentally, could lead to more persistent inflation if demand for higher wages (to keep up with the higher costs) drives up the cost of labor.
    Raul Elizalde, Forbes.com, 15 Aug. 2025
  • Wright, though, isn’t making much more and has 63 regular-season field-goal attempts on his resume.
    Mike Kaye August 14, Charlotte Observer, 14 Aug. 2025
Verb
  • Those ordinary demands may encourage AI use even more.
    Ian Bogost, The Atlantic, 17 Aug. 2025
  • Are there opportunities for workshops for parents? Innovation Balance: Do policies encourage responsible experimentation or only focus on restrictions?
    Sarah Hernholm, Forbes.com, 17 Aug. 2025
Adverb
  • The mayor also emphasized her intent never was to cancel the contract, only to delay it.
    Taylor Seely, AZCentral.com, 21 Aug. 2025
  • While other federal agencies also have investigative jurisdiction for money laundering and some bank secrecy act violations, the IRS is the only federal agency that can investigate potential criminal violations of the tax code.
    Kelly Phillips Erb, Forbes.com, 21 Aug. 2025
Adjective
  • May get download speeds up to 1,000 Mbps in select areas with additional equipment.
    Kara McGinley, USA Today, 14 Aug. 2025
  • The first step to enjoying Dixon’s chili is dressing it up with a myriad of toppings for an additional cost between 15 cents to $1.25.
    Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 14 Aug. 2025
Verb
  • In addition to Wicked: For Good, which premieres on Nov. 21, the Oscar winner is also busy promoting Ne Zha II.
    Toria Sheffield, People.com, 17 Aug. 2025
  • On a societal level, bigger cars take up more public space, leaving less room for the livable, likeable city and promote urban sprawl.
    Mattias Goldmann, Forbes.com, 17 Aug. 2025
Adverb
  • This nostalgia isn't necessarily new for Gen Z either.
    Marni Rose McFall, MSNBC Newsweek, 23 Aug. 2025
  • These purchases don’t have to be in-store either — Amazon and other online retailers won’t charge taxes on eligible deliveries to states with these holidays on the books.
    Gordon Ebanks, CNN Money, 23 Aug. 2025

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“Further.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/further. Accessed 31 Aug. 2025.

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