also

adverb

al·​so ˈȯl(t)-(ˌ)sō How to pronounce also (audio)
ˈȯ-
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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Some airport terminals may also sell lottery tickets. Fernando Cervantes Jr., USA TODAY, 10 Feb. 2025 The Grammy-winning rapper was also spotted on the sidelines with his daughters Blue Ivy and Rumi ahead of the big game. Carly Thomas, The Hollywood Reporter, 9 Feb. 2025 The American Jewish Committee, a global advocacy group for the Jewish faith, also released a statement denouncing West’s comments. Jack Dunn, Variety, 9 Feb. 2025 Co-sleeping with your baby is also considered a no-no. Robin Abcarian Los Angeles Times, arkansasonline.com, 9 Feb. 2025 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 19 Feb. 2025.

Kids Definition

also

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

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