The quickest additionally synonym is often a short one: also, plus or in addition. For formal writing, furthermore and moreover do the same job with more weight, and besides adds a point that backs up an argument.
Writers lean on additionally to start sentence after sentence, which makes a paragraph sound like a list. Choosing another word for additionally, or cutting a few linkers, fixes that.
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Best swaps
also, in addition, furthermore, moreoverPart of speech
Adverb (a linking word)Most formal
moreover, furthermoreMost casual
plus, on top of thatAntonyms
None; for contrast use howeverWatch out
There is no additionally to. Write in addition to: in addition to the fee, there is a deposit.
Linkers that add, by register
| Register | Swaps | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Text or chat | plus, on top of that, and | It is cheap. Plus, it is close to work. |
| Work email | also, in addition, as well | Also, please send the signed copy. |
| Essay or report | furthermore, moreover, further | Moreover, the data covers only one region. |
| Debate | besides, what is more | Besides, nobody asked for the change. |
Reading the casual to formal strip
Plus as an opener is chatty, and some teachers mark it down in essays. Also is neutral and fine nearly everywhere. In addition is a touch more careful. Furthermore builds an argument step by step. Moreover is the most formal and suggests the new point is even stronger than the last.
Using an additionally synonym inside a paragraph
Three sentences in a row starting with additionally sounds mechanical. Vary the position as well as the word.
- Additionally, the gym has a sauna becomes the gym also has a sauna.
- Additionally, we need napkins becomes we need napkins as well.
- Additionally, the plan saves money becomes what is more, the plan saves money.
- Additionally, results improved becomes results improved too.
- You will be charged additionally becomes you will be charged extra.
A project update reads: "Additionally, the site launched. Additionally, traffic rose." Joined, it reads better: "The site launched, and traffic rose as well." One link word, or none, is often enough.
Commas and placement
When one of these opens the sentence, put a comma after additionally, furthermore, moreover and in addition. Also usually sits before the main verb (we also met the mayor) and needs no comma there. As well and too go at the end. Plus can join two clauses in casual speech: it is quick, plus it is free.
The linking word hub sorts more of these by job.
Near misses
Similarly and likewise add a point that is alike, not just extra, so they change the meaning. Also repeated with additionally (additionally, we also) says the same thing twice. Moreover can feel too grand in a short email. Opening with and is acceptable in modern writing but may look casual in an exam essay. See similarly synonyms for the comparing words.
Is there an opposite
Additionally has no true antonym, since it only adds. When you want to turn the reader the other way, use a contrast word such as however, on the other hand or in contrast. When you want to limit a point, use only or except.
Frequently asked questions
Additionally in an essay: what else works?
Furthermore, moreover and in addition are the standard essay choices. Use each once or twice and let some points follow on with no linker at all.
Is additionally formal?
It is fairly formal and fine for reports and emails. In speech, people more often say also or plus.
What is the difference between moreover and furthermore?
Both add a point. Moreover suggests the new point is stronger, while furthermore suggests the next step in a line of reasoning.
Is also fine as an opener?
Yes, and it reads naturally in emails. In formal essays, moving also before the verb often sounds smoother.
Is in addition the same as additionally?
Yes, they are almost identical. In addition can also take a noun (in addition to the cost), which additionally cannot.
Which casual word replaces additionally?
Plus and on top of that are the most casual. Both suit texts and friendly messages.