farther

[ˈfɑːðər]

farther Definition

• 1. at or to a greater distance
• 2. more distant in space than something else of the same kind

Using farther: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "farther" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  I can't run any farther.

• Example

  The store is farther than I thought.

• Example

  We need to go farther north to see the aurora borealis.

farther Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for farther

• further
• more
• additional

Antonyms for farther

• nearer
• closer

Phrases with farther

• farther afield

  to a more distant place or area

  Example

  They decided to explore farther afield and went on a road trip across the country.

• farther along

  at a more advanced stage or point in time

  Example

  We'll discuss the details farther along in the project.

• farther than the eye can see

  extending beyond the visible horizon

  Example

  The vast desert stretched farther than the eye could see.

Origins of farther

from Middle English 'further', comparative of 'forth'

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Summary: farther in Brief

The term 'farther' [ˈfɑːðər] refers to distance, either physical or metaphorical. It is used to describe something that is more distant than something else of the same kind, as in 'The store is farther than I thought.' 'Farther' extends into phrases like 'farther afield,' denoting a more distant place or area, and 'farther along,' indicating a more advanced stage or point in time.