Definition

1. Adverb:
   • In addition, furthermore, as an extra point: Used to add a supplementary, often positive, remark to a statement. It emphasizes that something is an added benefit or an extra consideration.

Usage

• The adverb "to boot" is used at the end of a clause or sentence to introduce an additional, reinforcing point. It is synonymous with "as well," "on top of that," or "moreover." It often carries a slightly informal or emphatic tone.

Examples

• Adverb:
  • She is a talented musician and a kind person to boot.
  • The car is fuel-efficient, reliable, and inexpensive to boot.
  • He's a great leader and a visionary to boot.

Advanced Usage

• Emphatic Addition: "To boot" is often used to add a point that makes the primary statement even more impressive, favorable, or noteworthy.
  • The software is free, open-source, and incredibly powerful to boot.
• Position in Sentence: It almost always appears at the very end of the clause it modifies.
  • It was a long journey, and a dangerous one to boot.

Variants and Related Words

• Additionally (adv): As an extra factor or circumstance.
• Furthermore (adv): In addition; besides (used to introduce a fresh consideration).
• Moreover (adv): As a further matter; besides.

Synonyms

• Additionally
• Furthermore
• Moreover
• As well
• On top of that
• Into the bargain

Notes on Usage

• "To boot" is considered a fixed adverbial phrase. It is not typically used in the middle of a sentence.
• It is more common in spoken and informal written English than in highly formal academic writing, where "furthermore" or "moreover" might be preferred.
• The phrase originates from Old English, where "bōt" meant "advantage" or "remedy," so the modern sense is of an added advantage.

Adverb

1. in addition, by way of addition; furthermore
   • he serves additionally as the CEO