further

²fur·ther

verb \ˈfər-thər\

fur·theredfur·ther·ing \ˈfərth-riŋ, ˈfər-thə-\

Definition of FURTHER

transitive verb

: to help forward : promote

— fur·ther·er \ˈfər-thər-ər\ noun

Examples of FURTHER

1. Their efforts greatly furthered the state of research.
2. The funds are to be used to further the public good.

Origin of FURTHER

(see ¹further)

First Known Use: before 12th century

Related to FURTHER

Synonyms: advance, cultivate, encourage, forward, foster, incubate, nourish, nurse, nurture, promote

Antonyms: discourage, frustrate, hinder, inhibit

Related Words: advocate, back, champion, endorse (also indorse), support, uphold; endow, finance, fund, patronize, stake, subsidize, underwrite; abet, aid, assist; advertise, boost, plug, publicize, tout; agitate (for), campaign (for), work (for)

Near Antonyms: ban, bar, enjoin, forbid, interdict, outlaw, prevent, prohibit, proscribe; battle, combat, contend (with), counter, fight, oppose; repress, snuff (out), squash, squelch, stifle, subdue, suppress; arrest, check, halt, retard; encumber, fetter, hobble, impede, interfere (with), manacle, obstruct, shackle

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