Also vs Moreover

When to use each in English, with meaning, register, and examples.

Also

Top 1,000 (very common) A1 adverb

Moreover

Formal Top 3,000 (common) B2 adverb

Most formal: Moreover Most common: Also

	Also	Moreover
Pronunciation	🇬🇧 /["/ˈɔːlsəʊ/"]/ 🇺🇸 /["/ˈɔːlsəʊ/"]/	🇬🇧 /["/mɔːrˈəʊvə(r)/"]/ 🇺🇸 /["/mɔːrˈəʊvər/"]/
Meaning	in addition to something else	Also; in addition to what was said.
Example	She's fluent in French and German. She also speaks a little Italian.	A talented artist, he was, moreover, a writer of some note.
Register	Neutral	Formal
How common	Top 1,000 (very common)	Top 3,000 (common)
CEFR level	A1	B2
Part of speech	adverb	adverb
Collocations	also known as, also includes, can also be	moreover, it is important, moreover, research shows, moreover, we can conclude
Antonyms	otherwise, differently	however, nevertheless, nonetheless
Common mistakes	Confused with 'too' — both mean similar things but are used differently., 'Also' placed incorrectly in sentences — it generally goes before the main verb.	'Moreover' used at the start of a sentence without proper context., Confusing 'moreover' with 'more then' — they have different meanings., Using 'moreover' in informal settings where simpler words would be better.
Usage notes	Use 'also' to add information. It is appropriate in both spoken and written English. Avoid using it at the beginning of sentences in very formal writing.	Use 'moreover' to add information in formal writing or speeches. It's not common in casual conversations. Alternatives like 'also' may feel more fitting in informal contexts.

See it in real clips

Also some of the judges. They've all sent gifts.

Agatha Christies Poirot › S1 E1

also the pomading.

Sherlock › S1 E1

Guys, we're also looking for a mobile somewhere here, belonged to the victim.

Also some of the judges. They've all sent gifts.

Agatha Christies Poirot › S1 E1

also the pomading.

Also

Moreover, I feel heartfelt sorrow for the mother of Private James Ryan,

Moreover

Frequently asked questions: Also vs Moreover

What's the difference between Also and Moreover?

Also: in addition to something else Moreover: Also; in addition to what was said.

Which is more formal: Also and Moreover?

Moreover is the most formal of these.

Which is more common: Also and Moreover?

Also is the most common in everyday English.

Which is more advanced: Also and Moreover?

Moreover is the highest level, at B2, on the CEFR scale.

Are Also and Moreover the same CEFR level?

Also: A1, Moreover: B2 on the CEFR scale.

What part of speech are Also and Moreover?

Also: adverb, Moreover: adverb.

Can you show an example of each?

Also: She's fluent in French and German. She also speaks a little Italian. Moreover: A talented artist, he was, moreover, a writer of some note.

Can I use Also and Moreover interchangeably?

Not always. Also and Moreover are related and overlap in some contexts, but they differ in register, how common they are, and usage, so swapping one for another can change the meaning or tone. Check the differences above before substituting.