fur·ther (fûr   r)adj. A comparative of far. 1. More distant in degree, time, or space: a result that was further from our expectations than last time; the further lamppost. 2. Additional: a further example; a further delay. adv. A comparative of far. 1. To a greater extent; more: considered further the consequences of her actions. 2. In addition; furthermore: He stated further that he would not cooperate with the committee. 3. At or to a more distant or advanced point: went only three miles further; reading five pages further tonight. See Usage Note at farther. tr.v. fur·thered, fur·ther·ing, fur·thers To help the progress of; advance. See Synonyms at advance. [Middle English, from Old English furthra, from furthor, farther. Adv., from Middle English, from Old English furthor; see per1 in Indo-European roots.] fur ther·er n. |
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