Definitions
There are 8 meanings of the word
Further.
How to pronounce further:
US
Further - 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)
farther13In addition or furthermore
Example: "If we further suppose"
To 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)
farther13Further - as an adjective satellite
More distant in especially degree
Example: "Nothing could be further from the truth"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
farther13Further - as a verb
Promote the growth of
Example: "Foster our children's well-being and education"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
foster9Further - as an adjective
(comparative form of far) more distant; relatively distant.
Example: "He was standing at the further end of the corridor."
More, additional.
Example: "I have one further comment to make."
Example Sentences
"I need further information before making a decision."
"The company requires further analysis of the data."
"Please provide further details about your experience."
"I cannot provide any further assistance."
"She made further progress in her studies."
Word Game Points
Is FURTHER a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, further is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
FURTHER has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.
Is FURTHER a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, further is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordFURTHER has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 13.
Is FURTHER a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, further is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordFURTHER has a WORDFEUD points total of 14.
