also

adverb

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

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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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Redmond noted that the retailer is also bringing in some K-beauty as part of the new assortment, and is increasing its penetration in hair care too. — Kathryn Hopkins, Footwear News, 26 Aug. 2026 The study also found a particularly high mortality risk among older adults who were underweight. — Faye Chiu, CNN Money, 26 Aug. 2026 Adapted from the debut play of writer Ezra England, the series is being co-developed with Platform Presents, which also co-produced the original stage production. — Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 26 Aug. 2026 All the climate stories in this show are part of the desire to be authentic, but also speak to what our audiences are living through. — Georg Szalai, HollywoodReporter, 26 Aug. 2026 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

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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 1 Sep. 2026.

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also

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