Definitions
There are 6 meanings of the word
Farther.
How to pronounce farther:
US
Farther - as an adverb
To or at a greater extent or degree or a more advanced stage (`further' is used more often than `farther' in this abstract sense)
Example: "Further complicated by uncertainty about the future"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
further13To or at a greater distance in time or space (`farther' is used more frequently than `further' in this physical sense)
Example: "Farther north"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
further13Farther - as an adjective satellite
More distant in especially space or time
Example: "They live in the farther house"
More distant in especially degree
Example: "Nothing could be further from the truth"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
further13Farther - as a verb
To help forward; to assist.
To encourage growth; to support progress or growth of something; to promote.
Example: "Further the economy."
Example Sentences
"He threw the ball farther than anyone else."
"The mountains in the distance appear farther away than they actually are."
"She walked farther into the forest to explore."
"He moved the ladder farther away from the wall."
"The runner pushed himself to go farther than ever before."
Word Game Points
Is FARTHER a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, farther is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
FARTHER has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.
Is FARTHER a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, farther is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordFARTHER has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 12.
Is FARTHER a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, farther is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordFARTHER has a WORDFEUD points total of 13.
