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moreover

UK //mɔːrˈəʊvə(r)//US //mɔːrˈoʊvər//

词源

源自中古英语more over,由more(更多)和over(在上)组合演变而来,14世纪开始使用。

adverb

❶ 用于在已陈述的内容之外补充更多信息,表示递进关系,相当于中文的“而且”、“此外”。常用于正式写作或演讲中。

“The plan is risky; moreover, it's too expensive.”

(这个计划有风险,而且成本太高。)

“She is highly qualified for the job. Moreover, she has relevant experience.”

(她完全胜任这份工作,此外她还有相关经验。)

同义词:furthermore, additionally, besides

常见短语

and moreover — 强调补充的信息,比单独使用moreover语气更强,表示“更重要的是”。

“He was late for the meeting, and moreover, he forgot the documents.”

(他开会迟到,更重要的是忘了带文件。)