additionally

adverb

ad·​di·​tion·​al·​ly ə-ˈdish-nə-lē How to pronounce additionally (audio)
-ˈdi-shən-lē
ˈdi-shə-nᵊl-ē
a-
Synonyms of additionallynext
: in or by way of addition : furthermore

Examples of additionally in a Sentence

the diet recommends fruit juice for breakfast and, additionally, fresh fruit once a day
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Word History

Etymology

additional + -ly entry 2

First Known Use

1646, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of additionally was in 1646

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“Additionally.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/additionally. Accessed 8 Apr. 2026.

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