Further Definition
further
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); "further complicated by uncertainty about the future"; "let's not discuss it further"; "nothing could be further from the truth"; "they are further along in their research than we expected"; "the application of the law was extended farther"; "he is going no farther in his studies"
- in addition or furthermore; "if we further suppose"; "stated further that he would not cooperate with them"; "they are definitely coming; further, they should be here already"
- to or at a greater distance in time or space (`farther' is used more frequently than `further' in this physical sense); "farther north"; "moved farther away"; "farther down the corridor"; "the practice may go back still farther to the Druids"; "went only three miles further"; "further in the future"
adjective
- more distant in especially degree; "nothing could be further from the truth"; "further from our expectations"; "farther from the truth"; "farther from our expectations"
verb
- promote the growth of; "Foster our children's well-being and education"
- contribute to the progress or growth of; "I am promoting the use of computers in the classroom"
"Further" in song lyrics
See how further is used in real songs:
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"ES push it back further"
7L & Esoteric f/ Celph Titled — Murder-Death-Kill -
"But hopefully by putting it out, push the bank a little further.."
Aesop Rock — 1 of 4 (Thank You) -
"And if they torment the E any further"
The Almighty RSO — Sanity
Words that rhyme with further
Usage tips for "further"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "further" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for further to find words that pair well.