Definitions
- Used to indicate agreement or similarity between two things. - Used to introduce a new point that is similar to the previous one. - Used to show that something is true for one person or thing and also for another.
- Used to introduce an additional point or reason. - Used to emphasize a point that has already been made. - Used to provide further information or evidence to support an argument.
List of Similarities
- 1Both are conjunctions that connect ideas or points.
- 2Both are used to add information to a previous statement.
- 3Both are used to show a relationship between two ideas or points.
What is the difference?
- 1Function: Likewise is used to show similarity or agreement, while moreover is used to add information or emphasize a point.
- 2Position: Likewise is usually placed at the beginning or end of a sentence, while moreover is often used in the middle of a sentence.
- 3Usage: Likewise is more commonly used in spoken language, while moreover is more commonly used in written language.
- 4Formality: Moreover is considered more formal than likewise.
- 5Meaning: Likewise means 'in the same way' or 'also', while moreover means 'in addition to' or 'furthermore'.
Remember this!
Likewise and moreover are both conjunctions that connect ideas or points. However, likewise is used to show similarity or agreement, while moreover is used to add information or emphasize a point. Additionally, likewise is more commonly used in spoken language, while moreover is more commonly used in written language and is considered more formal.
