also

adverb

al·​so ˈȯl(t)-(ˌ)sō How to pronounce also (audio)
ˈȯ-
Synonyms of alsonext
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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Members also have access to an ad-free experience while reading all articles on Big Think. Big Think, 18 June 2026 Two other ships owned by Lan, priced at about $175,000 each, have also failed to find buyers. Stephanie Yang, CNN Money, 18 June 2026 The team also played without forward Cameron Brink, who sprained her ankle on Monday. Jordan Puente, Los Angeles Times, 18 June 2026 The game is also set to host royalty; King Willem-Alexander and Queen Màxima of the Netherlands plan to attend the match. Caroline Zimmerman, Kansas City Star, 18 June 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

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 21 Jun. 2026.

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also

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

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