what is more

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what is more (not comparable)

  1. (idiomatic) used to introduce a statement which builds on the preceding statement, but expresses a stronger sentiment.
    Synonyms: furthermore, moreover, in addition, more to the point
    I've done it wrong, and what's more, I don't care.
    • 2018, Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler, The Ugly Five, London: Alison Green Books, published 2017, →ISBN:
      “I'm the lappet-faced vulture. I'm ugly and bald.
      No wonder that everyone looks so appalled.
      I have flaps on my face that are wrinkled and pink,
      My beak is gigantic and, what's more, I stink.

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