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Another word for additionally

Additionally (adverb): Used to introduce something extra or supplementary to what has already been said. Below are 20 synonyms across 3 senses. Tap a chip for its nuance and an example.

Most formal: furthermore, moreover, in additionStrongest: what's more, on top of that, to boot

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Moreover · adverb

introducing an extra point

Besides that · adverb

as an extra point or reason

Additive emphasis · adverb

strengthening a statement by adding another point

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alsotooas wellbesidesfurthermoremoreoverin additionwhat's more
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  1. also — most general; slightly less formal
  2. besides — adds an extra reason or point
  3. furthermore — more formal; marks a further point

The dashed ring marks “additionally” itself: neutral strength, neutral register.

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Choose a synonym by register and function: words like “also” and “as well” sound natural in everyday writing, while “furthermore,” “moreover,” and “in addition” fit formal prose and reports. Avoid stacking several additive adverbs in one sentence unless you want a deliberately emphatic style.

Antonyms of additionally

All synonyms at a glance

SynonymStrengthFormalityBest for
also3/5casualacademic, business, casual
too2/5slangcasual
as well2/5casualcasual, business
besides3/5casualcasual, business
furthermore3/5formalacademic, business
moreover3/5formalacademic, business
in addition3/5formalacademic, business
what's more4/5casualcasual, creative
on top of that4/5slangcasual
along with that3/5casualcasual, business
to boot4/5slangcasual, creative
more to the point3/5neutralbusiness, academic
in the bargain3/5casualcasual, creative
besides that3/5casualcasual, business
indeed3/5formalacademic, business
in fact3/5neutralacademic, business, casual
actually2/5casualcasual, business
really2/5slangcasual
truly3/5neutralacademic, creative, casual
certainly3/5neutralacademic, business, casual

Questions about synonyms for additionally

What is the most formal alternative to “additionally”?

In most academic or business writing, “moreover,” “furthermore,” and “in addition” are the strongest formal choices. “Moreover” is often the closest single-word substitute when you want a polished, logical transition.

What is a milder or more casual alternative to “additionally”?

“Also” is the most neutral everyday substitute, and “too” or “as well” are even more casual. Use “too” and “as well” when the added item feels natural in speech or informal writing.

When should I use “in addition” instead of “additionally”?

Use “in addition” when you want a clearer phrase-level transition at the start of a sentence or clause. “Additionally” is a bit more compact and slightly more adverbial, but both are standard in formal writing.

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