in addition

/ɪn əˈdɪʃ.ən/

also; moreover

She speaks French and, in addition, she is learning Spanish.

This means she speaks French and is also learning Spanish.

formal

used to introduce something extra or additional

The report highlights several issues. In addition, it suggests solutions.

The report talks about problems and also gives suggestions.

He has a degree in biology. In addition, he holds a certificate in data science.

He has a biology degree and also a data science certificate.

Used at the beginning of a sentence or clause to add information. More formal than 'also' or 'too'.

Collocations

in addition toused before a noun or gerund to include something extra

in addition; used to add another point

used to introduce an additional point that supports the previous one

Use 'in addition' when writing essays, reports, or formal emails to sound more professional. Avoid using it in casual texts or conversations.

When starting a sentence with 'in addition', always follow it with a comma. Example: 'In addition, she has experience in management.'

From Middle English 'in' (in) + 'addicion' (addition), from Latin 'additio' (an adding to), from 'addere' (to add).

Commonly used in academic writing, reports, and formal speaking to introduce additional points. Avoid overusing it in casual conversation.

indicates inclusion or addition

preposition

addition

the act of adding something

noun

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