1
as in similarly
in like manner
we stayed at a historic London hotel, the same establishment that had also welcomed our grandparents many years ago
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
2
as in then
in addition to what has been said
I'd like a motorcycle for my birthday; also, I'd like a new CD player
Synonyms & Similar Words
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of also
Bush dinners can also be arranged, set up under the branches of a tree, its branches strung with lanterns.
—
Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 June 2026
Crosby is also getting support from the county Democratic Party, which endorsed her over Coyne and other Democrats in the seven-person race.
—David Garrick, San Diego Union-Tribune, 27 May 2026
Critical to the commission was also that the city review and align its methodology and reappraisal schedule for both residential piers and mooring permits so that both user groups are treated equitably.
—Erika I. Ritchie, Oc Register, 27 May 2026
The loss also dropped the Red Sox to 22-31 and a season-low nine games below .500.
—Mac Cerullo, Boston Herald, 27 May 2026
See All Example Sentences for also
Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 June 2026
Crosby is also getting support from the county Democratic Party, which endorsed her over Coyne and other Democrats in the seven-person race.
—David Garrick, San Diego Union-Tribune, 27 May 2026
Critical to the commission was also that the city review and align its methodology and reappraisal schedule for both residential piers and mooring permits so that both user groups are treated equitably.
—Erika I. Ritchie, Oc Register, 27 May 2026
The loss also dropped the Red Sox to 22-31 and a season-low nine games below .500.
—Mac Cerullo, Boston Herald, 27 May 2026
See All Example Sentences for also
Recent Examples of Synonyms for also
Adverb
-
This includes my place not only as a writer—who like my grandfather had, is writing books, teaching college, and engaged in psychoanalytic thought—but also as a someone who has similarly dedicated her life to the pursuit of learning, understanding, and expression through language.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
1 June 2026
-
Online courses providers show a similarly vast scale in users and certificate completions.—
Bryan Penprase,
Forbes.com,
31 May 2026
Adverb
-
The Jackets then broke open the lead with a two RBI single to right field from Clary.—
Charles Baggarly,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
5 June 2026
-
Police in Las Vegas arranged for him to be arrested and then extradited to California, Clark said.—
Saleen Martin,
USA Today,
5 June 2026
Adverb
-
The Supreme Court has likewise acknowledged the vast political and historical significance of sports gambling legalization.—
Daniel Wallach,
Forbes.com,
1 June 2026
-
Will American supporters do likewise in the 11 cities hosting World Cup games?—
Bobby Ghosh,
Time,
1 June 2026
Adverb
-
No detail goes unnoticed by housekeeping, either.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
-
Both must advance together — not as either/or choices but as parallel organizational commitments.—
Anjali Chaudhry,
Forbes.com,
1 June 2026
Adverb
-
And besides, this man was now in his early thirties.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
28 May 2026
-
And besides, Star Wars fans won't have to wait too much longer to be reunited with their favorite Togruta warrior.—
Emlyn Travis,
Entertainment Weekly,
22 May 2026
Adverb
-
The look is brighter and more elegant, but noted chef Fulvio Pierangelini’s fresh, modern Tuscan cuisine—which showcases the local seasonal bounty— is as good as ever.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
-
The first batches of votes include the earliest voters, who tend to be more decisive and engaged than the general public.—
Grace Toohey,
Los Angeles Times,
2 June 2026
Cite this Entry
“Also.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/also. Accessed 8 Jun. 2026.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
