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Pronunciation
The IPA phonetic spelling for "more" is /mɔːr/.
Here's a breakdown of the sounds in each syllable:
mo: /mɔ/
/m/ - bilabial voiced stop
/ɔ/ - open back rounded vowel
re: /r/
/r/ - alveolar voiced approximant
Word Form Variations
The word "more" does not have any word form variations. It is an adverb used to express a greater quantity or degree.
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Definitions, Synonyms, Antonyms
(Adverb)
Definition: To a greater extent or degree; in addition to what has already been mentioned.
Synonyms: additionally, further, furthermore, moreover, besides, extra, too
Antonyms: less, fewer, smaller, less, diminished
Example: "I'd like some more coffee, please."
(Noun)
Definition: A greater quantity or amount.
Synonyms: surplus, excess, extra, overage, abundance
Antonyms: less, deficit, shortage, deficiency
Example: "We have more food than we need."
Examples of Use
(Adverb)
Books:
"He wanted to learn more about the history of the region." (The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald)
"I need more time to finish this project." (To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee)
Newspapers:
"The government plans to invest more in education." (The New York Times)
"The company announced it would hire more workers." (The Wall Street Journal)
Online Publications:
"You can find more information about this topic on our website." (Wikipedia)
"The article discusses the benefits of eating more fruits and vegetables." (Healthline)
Entertainment Mediums and Platforms:
"I need more power!" (Captain America: The First Avenger)
"Can I get some more fries with that?" (Fast Food Restaurant)
General Public Discourse:
"I'd like to say a few more words before we conclude." (Public Speech)
"Can you tell me more about your experience?" (Casual Conversation)
(Noun)
Newspapers:
"The company reported a more than expected increase in profits." (The Financial Times)
"The city is facing a shortage of affordable housing." (The Guardian)
Online Publications:
"The article discusses the environmental impact of excessive consumption." (Scientific American)
"The website offers a variety of products, including more than 100 different types of shoes." (Online Retailer)
Entertainment Mediums and Platforms:
"I need more ammo!" (Video Game)
"Can I get some more napkins?" (Restaurant)
General Public Discourse:
"I have more questions to ask." (Meeting)
"We need more volunteers to help with the project." (Community Event)
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10 Famous Quotes Using the term More
"Less is more."
— Ludwig Mies van der Rohe"The more that you read, the more things you will know. The more that you learn, the more places you’ll go."
— Dr. Seuss"We can do more good by being good than in any other way."
— Rowland Hill"The more I see, the less I know for sure."
— John Lennon"The more I want to get something done, the less I call it work."
— Richard Bach"The more you praise and celebrate your life, the more there is in life to celebrate."
— Oprah Winfrey"Life is really simple, but we insist on making it complicated. The more laws and restrictions there are, the poorer people become."
— Confucius"The more man meditates upon good thoughts, the better will be his world and the world at large."
— Confucius"The more you know who you are, and what you want, the less you let things upset you."
— Stephanie Perkins"The more we value things, the less we value ourselves."
— Bruce Lee
Etymology
The word "more" is a very old word that has been around for a long time. It comes from the same family of words as the Latin word "major," which means "greater." Over time, the word "more" became used in English to mean "to a greater extent" or "in addition to."
The first known use of "more" in English was in the 13th century. It was used to mean "greater" or "larger." By the 14th century, the word had also come to mean "in addition to." Today, we use "more" in many different ways, but its basic meaning is still the same.
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Phrases + Idioms Containing the term More
Common Phrases:
No more: This means that something has come to an end or will not happen again.
More or less: This means approximately or almost.
The more, the merrier: This means that the more people there are, the better the time will be.
Lesser-Known Phrases:
More often than not: This means usually or frequently.
More to the point: This means directly relevant or to the point.
More than meets the eye: This means that there is more to something than is immediately apparent.
Idioms with Synonyms for Similar Effect:
A little more than a bit: This is equivalent to "a lot."
Over and above: This is equivalent to "in addition to."
A step further: This is equivalent to "more advanced."
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