additionally
/əˈdɪʃənəli/adverb★Intermediate
formal
in addition to what has already been mentioned
The report highlights the company's growth, and additionally, it discusses future strategies.
The word introduces an extra point about future strategies after discussing growth.
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Often used in formal writing or professional contexts to add supplementary information.
Collocations
additionally,used to introduce an extra point in a formal context
Synonyms
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💡Pro Tip
Formal vs. Informal
Use 'additionally' in formal settings. In casual speech, 'also' or 'on top of that' are better choices.
⚡Gold Rule
Punctuation
Always follow 'additionally' with a comma when introducing a new point.
📖Word Origin
Derived from 'additional' + '-ly' (adverb suffix), where 'additional' comes from Latin 'additio' (addition).
📝Usage Notes
Common in formal writing, presentations, and academic contexts. Avoid in casual speech.
Word Breakdown
addition
the act of adding
root-ally
adverb suffix
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